Digest — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈdī-ˌjest/ (noun) /dī-ˈjest/ (verb) di·gest

Meaning & Definition of Digest

Digest (noun)

  1. a summation or condensation of a body of information
  2. a systematic compilation of legal rules, statutes, or decisions
  3. a periodical devoted to condensed versions of previously published articles

Digest (verb)

  1. to convert (food) into absorbable form
  2. to take into the mind or memory; especially, to assimilate mentally
  3. to soften, decompose, or break down by heat and moisture or chemical action

Digest (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a short statement of the main points

    "a digest of yesterday's departmental meeting"

    similar: abstract, breviary, brief, capsule, conspectus, encapsulation, epitome, inventory, outline, précis, recap, recapitulation, résumé, roundup, run-through, rundown, sum, sum-up, summa, summarization, summary, summing-up, synopsis, wrap-up
    related: abbreviation, abridgment, compend, compendium, condensation, curtailment, shortening, simplification, streamlining, rehash, reprise, conclusion, epilogue
    near: amplification, enlargement, expansion, addendum, supplement

  2. a shortened version of a written work

    "on the ballot there will be a digest of the proposed law that is to be submitted for voter approval"

    similar: abbreviation, abridgment, bowdlerization, condensation
    related: abstract, aperçu, brief, capsule, outline, overview, précis, recap, recapitulation, résumé, review, sketch, sum, summarization, summary, summation, survey, syllabus, synopsis, tabloid, wrap-up
    near: amplification, elaboration, enlargement, expansion

Digest (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to arrange or assign according to type

    "this volume digests the state's laws regarding drugs and alcohol for easy reference by local authorities"

    similar: assort, break down, categorize, class, classify, codify, compartment, compartmentalize, distinguish, distribute, grade, group, peg, place, range, rank, relegate, separate, sort, type
    related: array, dispose, draw up, marshal, order, organize, systematize, alphabetize, catalog, file, index, list, refer, pigeonhole, shelve, identify, recognize, cull, screen, set, sieve, sift, winnow, clump, cluster, colligate, recategorize, reclassify, regroup, subcategorize
    near: confuse, disarrange, jumble, lump, mix (up), scramble, misclassify, missort, mistype

  2. to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report)

    "I digested the results of my experiments into a few pages"

    similar: abstract, boil down, brief, encapsulate, epitomize, outline, recap, recapitulate, reprise, sum up, summarize, synopsize, wrap up
    related: abridge, condense, curtail, cut back, shorten, downsize, shrink, concentrate, consolidate, decoct, essentialize, simplify, streamline
    near: elongate, extend, lengthen, prolong, protract, amplify, elaborate (on or upon), enlarge (on or upon), expand, supplement

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Digest

The most common words with a similar meaning to Digest:

abstract, breviary, brief, capsule, conspectus, encapsulation, epitome, inventory, outline, précis, recap, recapitulation, résumé, roundup, run-through, rundown, sum, sum-up, summa, summarization, summary, summing-up, synopsis, wrap-up, abbreviation, abridgment, bowdlerization, condensation, assort, break down, categorize, class, classify, codify, compartment, compartmentalize, distinguish, distribute, grade, group

Related Words for Digest

compend, compendium, curtailment, shortening, simplification, streamlining, rehash, conclusion, epilogue, aperçu, overview, review, sketch, summation, survey, syllabus, tabloid, array, dispose, draw up, marshal, order, organize, systematize, alphabetize, catalog, file, index, list, refer

Near Antonyms of Digest

amplification, enlargement, expansion, addendum, supplement, elaboration, confuse, disarrange, jumble, lump, mix (up), scramble, misclassify, missort, mistype, elongate, extend, lengthen, prolong, protract, amplify, elaborate (on or upon), enlarge (on or upon), expand

Word Forms of Digest

Inflections: digested, digesting, digests

Origin & Etymology of Digest

Middle English, systematic arrangement of laws, from Latin digesta, from neuter plural of digestus, past participle of digerere to arrange, distribute, digest, from dis- + gerere to carry

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Digest

What does "Digest" mean?

"Digest" means a summation or condensation of a body of information. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a summation or condensation of a body of information. It has 4 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Digest"?

Other words for "Digest" include abstract, breviary, brief, capsule, conspectus, encapsulation, epitome and inventory. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Digest" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Digest"?

There are 117 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Digest". Common alternatives include abstract, breviary, brief, capsule, conspectus, encapsulation, epitome, inventory, outline and précis.

How do you use "Digest" in a sentence?

Examples of "Digest" in a sentence: "a digest of yesterday's departmental meeting"; "on the ballot there will be a digest of the proposed law that is to be submitted for voter approval"; "this volume digests the state's laws regarding drugs and alcohol for easy reference by local authorities".

Is "Digest" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Digest" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Digest"?

"Digest" is pronounced /ˈdī-ˌjest/ as a noun and /dī-ˈjest/ as a verb and divided into syllables as di·gest.

What is the origin of the word "Digest"?

"Digest" comes from Middle English, systematic arrangement of laws, from Latin digesta, from neuter plural of digestus, past participle of digerere to arrange, distribute, digest, from dis- + gerere to carry. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Digest" meaning "a short statement of the main points"?

When "Digest" (noun) means a short statement of the main points, synonyms include abstract, breviary, brief, capsule, conspectus and encapsulation.