Dissertation
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌdɪsəˈteɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dissertation is a noun meaning A lengthy lecture on a subject; a treatise; a discourse; a sermon.
Meaning
A lengthy lecture on a subject; a treatise; a discourse; a sermon.
More Meanings
- A formal exposition of a subject, especially a research paper that students write in order to complete the requirements for a doctoral degree in the US and a non-doctoral degree in the UK; a thesis.
Example Sentences
write a dissertation
hand in a dissertation
write up a dissertation
complete a dissertation
Word Forms
- dissertations
- diss
Synonyms for dissertation
Depending on context, synonyms include thesis.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include thesis, essay, lecture, memorandum, doctorate, memoir.
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