Discussion
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈskʌʃ.ən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Discussion is a noun meaning Conversation or debate concerning a particular topic.
Meaning
Conversation or debate concerning a particular topic.
More Meanings
- Text giving further detail on a subject.
- (medicine, obsolete) The dispersion of a tumour.
Example Sentences
This topic is not open to discussion.
Under each heading, you will find a discussion.
My discussion with the professor was very enlightening.
There was then a long discussion of whether to capitalize words like "east".
Word Forms
- discussions
Synonyms for discussion
Depending on context, synonyms include discourse, word, treatment, give-and-take.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include discourse, give-and-take, word, treatment, dialogue, dialog.
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