fig

noun

ˈfig How to pronounce fig (audio)
Definition of fignext
as in damn
the smallest amount or part imaginable they choose to live modestly and don't seem to give a fig for the trappings of success

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Recent Examples of fig Tasting notes describe rich oak, dark fruits, fig, and a spicy, lengthy finish. — David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 There are also Meyer lemons, raspberries and figs as well as the Mexican herb hoya santa and chaya, a leafy green. — Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026 The scent is fresh and invigorating, with a blast of salty oceanic notes and a ripe fig heart. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 14 July 2026 Creeping fig is hardy in Zones 8-11 and can take partial shade or full sun. — Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for fig
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fig
  1. damn
  2. lick
  3. whit
  4. hoot
Noun
  • And if that is to be the case, most Chicagoans do not give a damn whether the team goes to Arlington Heights or Hammond.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026
  • In a world of drivers mostly ruled by their corporate sponsors, Busch was an otherworldly talent who simply did not give a damn.
    — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 22 May 2026
Definition of damn
Noun
  • Down below, Metropole Underground brings a lick of turn-of-the-century Paris to Phnom Penh, with a neat menu of bar food and cocktails inspired by Metro lines across seven countries.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026
  • Turay’s glassy guitar licks have a Metheny-ish tint to them, while Bemis opts to ride quick, slinky rhythms rather than abusing his crash cymbal.
    — Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 23 July 2026
Definition of lick
Noun
  • His adoration, here as in all things natural, is infectious, although the birds themselves care not a whit for him, and isn’t that part of the wonder, the fun?
    — Ian Crouch, New Yorker, 8 May 2026
  • An unconventional structure or new approach bothers them not a whit.
    — Mac Barnett, Longreads, 5 May 2026
Definition of whit
Noun
  • With a few hoots and hollers, and even a couple clucks, the group took off on their ascent to the Betty Bear Hut.
    — Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 30 July 2026
  • Sure, playing with his buddy Draymond Green sounded like a hoot.
    — Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 24 July 2026
Definition of hoot

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“Fig.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fig. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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