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

Winds will continue to gradually taper off on Friday, the National Weather Service said in its forecast discussion. —Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado updated February 20, Sacbee.com, 21 Feb. 2026

Their discussion then turns back to the potential of a romance—and heartbreak—between them. —Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 21 Feb. 2026

Last year, at the time of the board’s approval of the original $500 million, there was no public board discussion at all. —Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 21 Feb. 2026

Iranian negotiators emerged with a positive spin following the latest round of discussions Tuesday in Geneva. —Greg Myre, NPR, 21 Feb. 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
• kushan
• russian

Kids Definition

discussion

noun

dis·​cus·​sion dis-ˈkəsh-ən 

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