TWIGGED Meaning and
Definition
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Twigged is a past tense and past participle form of the verb "twig". It is an idiomatic expression commonly used in informal language, especially in British English. The term "twig" itself has several meanings, and when used in this form, it typically refers to the act of suddenly understanding or realizing something.
To "twig" means to comprehend, grasp, or become aware of something, usually with a sense of suddenness or realization. It often implies that the realization was unexpected or came as a surprise. It can also be used to describe the point at which someone starts to suspect or become aware of a hidden meaning or deception in a particular situation.
The term "twigged" is commonly used colloquially and usually in the past tense to describe the moment when someone suddenly understood something or caught onto a previously unnoticed detail. It is often used to describe the realization of a clever or cunning idea or when someone becomes aware of a hidden truth or deception.
For example, if someone finds out that their friend has been making excuses to avoid meeting them, they may say, "I finally twigged that she was avoiding me when I saw her posting pictures of herself out with other friends on social media."
To summarize, "twigged" is an informal and idiomatic expression used to describe the sudden realization or understanding of something, often accompanied by a sense of surprise or unexpectedness.
Common Misspellings for TWIGGED
Etymology of TWIGGED
The word twigged is formed from the root word twig, which refers to a small and slender branch of a tree or shrub. The verb to twig, meaning to understand or comprehend, is derived from the notion of catching on or grasping something as if one were grabbing a small branch or twig. The origin of the word twig itself can be traced back to the Middle English word twigge, which ultimately comes from the Old Norse word tviggr.
Conjugate verb Twigged
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