discussion

noun

dis·​cus·​sion di-ˈskə-shən 

1

: consideration of a question in open and usually informal debate

a heated political discussion

2

: a formal treatment of a topic in speech or writing

A discussion on the topic is included in the first chapter.

Synonyms of discussion

• debate
• consultation
• consult
• talk
• conversation
• dialogue
• conference
• meeting
• argumentation

Examples of discussion in a Sentence

The class was involved in a heated discussion about politics.

I hope to have a discussion with them about the matter soon.

After much discussion of the plan, the idea was rejected entirely.

During the period under discussion, the town grew in size.

The smoking ban is a major topic of discussion these days.

The article is an in-depth discussion of his theories.

The first chapter includes a discussion of childcare issues.

Recent Examples on the Web

The two-hour presentation will include city staff’s overview of the commission’s findings in its report and will be followed by a discussion of the city’s harbor management and its compliance with the state commission’s requirements. —Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 27 May 2026

However, these discussions almost inevitably evolve into broader conversations around achieving enterprise-wide quantum resilience. —Ingrid Vasiliu Feltes, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026

Besides, Hannah and Garrett’s romance deserves a weekly discussion board. —Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 26 May 2026

Harris explained that there were discussions within the studio about whether or not Lilypad should be a villain. —Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 26 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

see discuss

First Known Use

1546, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing discussion

• group discussion
• open for discussion
• panel discussion
• topic of discussion
• under discussion
• up for discussion

Rhymes for discussion

• concussion
• percussion
• belorussian
• repercussion
• byelorussian
• russian

Kids Definition

discussion

noun

dis·​cus·​sion dis-ˈkəsh-ən 

: conversation or debate for the purpose of understanding a question or subject