Digress Definition & Meaning
digress
- verb
- lose clarity or turn aside especially from the main subject of attention or course of argument in writing, thinking, or speaking; "She always digresses when telling a story"; "her mind wanders"; "Don't digress when you give a lecture"
- wander from a direct or straight course
"Digress" in song lyrics
See how digress is used in real songs:
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"Almost made quite a mess yet I digress"
Brother Ali f/ Nikki Jean — Shine On -
"With minimal steps one tends to digress"
Dälek — Bricks Crumble -
"Now his pursuit is not for digress"
GZA f/ Ol' Dirty Bastard — Crash Your Crew
Words that rhyme with digress
Usage tips for "digress"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "digress" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for digress to find words that pair well.
Use "digress" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does digress mean?
- lose clarity or turn aside especially from the main subject of attention or course of argument in writing, thinking, or speaking; "She always digresses when telling a story"; "her mind wanders"; "Don't digress when you give a lecture" wander from a direct or straight course
- What part of speech is digress?
- Digress is a verb.
- How many definitions does digress have?
- Digress has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).