Dig
What it means
Informally, to like, appreciate, or understand something.
Reach for it when expressing relaxed enthusiasm or recognition in casual conversation
I dig how the new mural includes landmarks from every neighborhood.
Words to choose between 6
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playful
get
Fits when casual speech means understanding a joke, style, or point
Careful Get may show comprehension without any liking or approval.
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everyday
Fits when simple, neutral approval is enough
Careful Like loses the slang warmth and can indicate only mild preference.
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everyday
Fits when accurate comprehension is all that should be claimed
Careful Understand carries no enthusiasm and is too neutral for praise.
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warm
Fits when value, skill, or thoughtfulness is being recognized
Careful Appreciate sounds more measured and can mean gratitude rather than personal taste.
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warm
Fits when the pleasure of an experience matters
Careful Enjoy describes the response but not necessarily appreciation of the idea or style.
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professional
Fits when respect for quality or achievement deserves emphasis
Careful Admire is stronger and more formal than the easy approval expressed by dig.
Opposites 3
- dislike
- miss
- misunderstand
Common phrases 3
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really dig
I really dig the way this tool keeps the original labels visible.
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dig the idea
They dig the idea but want a quieter color for the entrance.
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dig this
You'll dig this recording if you enjoy spare acoustic arrangements.
Definitions and examples are written for this site. How words are chosen Recording: Dvortygirl, American accent, from Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0 Updated