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

Doing so will put you in a better place for any upcoming or ongoing tough discussions with the people who matter most to you. —Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 1 Mar. 2026

Iran’s nuclear program has been at the center of the discussions. —Michael Collins, USA Today, 28 Feb. 2026

Heartfelt discussions lay the path to social success and personal peace. —Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026

Certainly discussions with close friends, partners and spouses will be very warm and mutually rewarding today. —Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 28 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