digress
1 antonyms and opposites of digress, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To wander away from the main topic when speaking or writing.
Antonyms
How to use digress
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
digress from the topic
if I may digress
Etymology
From Latin digredi, "to step away."
Full origin of digress →Frequently asked questions
What does “digress” mean?
The word “digress” means to wander away from the main topic when speaking or writing. In plain terms, to go off topic while talking or writing.
How do you pronounce “digress”?
“Digress” is pronounced deye-GREHS (/daɪˈɡɹɛs/ in IPA).
How do you use “digress” in a sentence?
Here is “digress” used in a sentence: “Sorry, I keep digressing — back to the main point.”
What is the opposite of “digress”?
The opposite of “digress” — its antonyms — is recur.
What part of speech is “digress”?
“Digress” is a verb.
Where does the word “digress” come from?
The word “digress” comes from Latin. From Latin digredi, "to step away.".