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digression Synonyms

Another word for digression

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• noun (Context 1)

A temporary departure from the main subject in speech or writing, or a passage that strays from the central theme.

Usage Example

"After a brief aside about her travels in Italy, the professor returned to the main topic of the lecture."

Strongest
aside
tangent
excursus
Strong
deviation
detour
departure
parenthesis
diversion

Opposites of digression

The opposite of digression shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

focus
continuity
See all opposites of digression

• Nearby Words

dignitary
dignity
digress
digression
digs
dik-dik
dike

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Digression. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/digression
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