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

Originally a deadline was set for when spring training games started, but enough progress and momentum had been made that discussions continued. —Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026

The very structure of the discussion can begin to suppress caution. —Jane Sadowsky, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026

The question of whether to repair and keep City Hall or relocate out of the downtown building looms over these discussions. —Devyani Chhetri, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026

Prosecutors say messages between the two show discussions about deleting chats, securing contracts and moving money. —Sophia Compton, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 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