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 discussion comes as Amazon has announced a $2 billion-plus investment in Latin America through 2030, including spending on local content. — Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026

The Now Agency says content discovery that was once tied to a creator or brand’s follower base, but that platforms are now sharing based on signals such as watch time, engagement, discussion and shares. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2026

There was no direct discussion in court of the details of the mental evaluations, and the case documents that include such details have been sealed. — ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026

Rex Frazier, the president of one of those groups, the Personal Insurance Federation of California, said in an email the organization did not have any discussions with the Governor’s Office about the bills. — Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 29 Sep. 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