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digression

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digression

(noun)

Meaning

a temporary departure from the main topic

Example

"During the lecture, the professor's digression made the class realize the topic was broader than expected."

Synonyms

diversionasidedeparture

Antonyms

focusstayconcentration

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'digressio', meaning a stepping aside.
Related word forms
  • verb: digress