delve
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɛlv/
KK: /dɛlv/
intransitive verb
Definition
To search deeply into a subject or to dig into something, often with great effort.
Example
She decided to delve into the history of her family.
Tense Forms
Past: delved
Past Participle: delved
Conversation
Have you ever thought about how much we can delve into our hobbies?
Definitely! I love getting lost in research about my favorite topics.
Exactly! It's like discovering a whole new world when you delve deeper.
Right? There's always something new to learn and explore.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
explore
investigate
probe
Antonyms
ignore
neglect
overlook
transitive verb
Definition
To investigate or research deeply into a subject or topic.
Example
She decided to delve into the history of her family.
Tense Forms
Past: delved
Past Participle: delved
Conversation
Have you ever thought about how much we can delve into our family history?
Not really, but it sounds intriguing!
I think it would be fascinating to delve into the stories of our ancestors.
Root Explanation
Delve originates from Old English 'delfan', meaning to dig or excavate. The word describes the action of digging deeply into something, whether literally or metaphorically.
Memory Tip
Imagine digging deep into the ground to uncover something hidden — that's what 'delve' means.
Visually Confused Words
dele
updelve
undelve
devolve
deliver
declive
helve
elvet