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discussion Definition

dis·cus·sion (di skus̸h′ən)

noun

the act of discussing; talk or writing in which the pros and cons or various aspects of a subject are considered

Etymology: ME discussioun < LL discussio

discussion Idioms

under discussion

being discussed

discussion Synonyms

discussion

n.

  1. The act of considering in words

    conversation, exchange, consultation, interview, deliberation, argumentation, contention, confabulation, dialogue, meaningful dialogue, talk, excursus, conference, wrangling, argument, disputation, debate, round-table debate, panel discussion, forensics, summit meeting, negotiations, dealing with the agenda, consideration, controversy, altercation, review, dialectic, dialogism, critical argumentation, dispute, canvass, discourse, symposium, quarrel, pros and cons, disquisition, powwow*, gabfest*, wrangle*, rap session, bull session*, confab*; see also conversation, debate, dispute.

    Antonyms agreement*, decision*, conclusion. *

  2. A published consideration

    analysis, criticism, examination, forum, study, investigation, determination, inquiry, dissertation, treatment, proposal; see also exposition 2, writing 2.

discussion Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • voucher: Discussion of vouchers is not permissable unless terms and conditions are provided.

Converse of object

  • stimulate: Most include questions designed to stimulate discussion or encourage you to develop further ideas for investigations.
  • facilitate: Speakers will usually address the seminar for no more than 15 minutes each to facilitate group discussion.
  • initiate: This initiated a discussion about a tune to be chosen by the fans.
  • provoke: As part of a teaching program for staff to implement these standards, it is designed to provoke discussion.
  • follow: The decision to set up the college was made following lively discussion of a proposal at the group's annual general meeting.
  • continue: There is indeed little to be gained by anyone by continuing this discussion.

Adjective modifier

  • informal: There will be an informal discussion at 4.30pm, which will be followed by the AGM at 5.00pm.
  • lively: The decision to set up the college was made following lively discussion of a proposal at the group's annual general meeting.
  • detailed: Early detailed discussion with the client also helps you to decide whether or not you want to take on the work.
  • lengthy: A lengthy discussion followed on possible expenditure of this money.
  • further: Further discussion on the point would only serve to confuse.
  • brief: Finally there was a brief discussion about the book for next time.

Modifies a noun

  • forum: To discuss in public, please use my discussion forum.
  • board: Our discussion board software requires cookies to be enabled in order to function.
  • paper: A discussion paper arising form the Kings Fund Seminar.
  • list: Take the link to discussion lists where you will find the lists arranged in alphabetical groupings.

Noun used with modifier

  • panel: The day will conclude with a panel discussion during which the debate will be thrown open to the audience.
  • seminar: Learning/Teaching Methods By lecture, student presentation and seminar discussion.
discussion Quotes

   All I wanted was compliance with my wishes after reasonable discussion.

—Churchill, Lord Randolph Henry Spencer

Democracy means government by discussion, but it is only effective if you can stop people talking.

—1st Earl

The discussion of any subject is a right that you have brought into the world with your heart and tongue. Resign your heart's blood before you part with this inestimable privilege of man.

—Shelley, Percy Bysshe

It is the good fortune of the affluent country that the opportunity cost of economic discussion is low and hence it can afford all kinds.

—Galbraith,John Kenneth