discussion

noun

di-ˈskə-shən How to pronounce discussion (audio)
Definition of discussionnext
1
as in debate
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue the discussion about the club budget went on for hours

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2
as in conversation
talking or a talk between two or more people discussions around the watercooler at work

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Recent Examples of discussion Its discussion of the underlying study applies roughly the same figure to one kilogram of greasy wool, including carbon in wool wax, suint compounds and vegetable matter. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026 Businesses must establish clear policies for AI note-taker usage, ensure visible notifications, obtain consent, and implement retention controls, especially for sensitive discussions, to mitigate these growing legal challenges. — Tim Bajarin, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 McDonough said the goal with the discussions about screen time is to maximize student learning. — Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 21 Aug. 2026 Our first meeting was a Zoom call, and Jordan had pulled stills from 10 or 12 fashion shows from between 1979 and 1982, just as a starting point for discussion. — Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for discussion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussion
  1. debate
  2. conversation
  3. consultation
  4. converse
  5. consult
  6. talk
  7. dialogue
  8. conference
Noun
  • The issue has reanimated a decades-old debate over protectionism within the cattle industry.
    — Max Saltman, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Friday's hanging was the first by Takaichi's government and took place during a parliamentary recess — a move criticized as a tactic to avoid public debate.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of debate
Noun
  • Luann patiently attempts to explain that the women don’t like being lectured to about their business affairs, only for Vicki to abruptly answer a phone call mid-conversation.
    — Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Part of you may want retreat, while another part feels pulled toward a trip, conversation, or bigger idea.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of conversation
Noun
  • Agency representatives stated that local government consultations will conclude before the final developers are chosen.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Jo Malone clients can book in-store consultations or consult the brand’s AI Scent Advisor to play matchmaker.
    — Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of consultation
Noun
  • In her Arizona projects, Lerner says the front is becoming an extension of how people enjoy their morning coffee, move through the day, converse with neighbors in the evening, and relax before going indoors.
    — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • So, Toney and Ulbrich converse and decide what’s best for the defense, and more specifically within Toney’s passing-centric jurisdiction, what’s best for the secondary and back seven in coverage.
    — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 9 July 2026
Definition of converse
Noun
  • Noam Lupu does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
    — Nicholas Carnes, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Mindy Leffler developed the Duchenne Video Assessment, used in Capricor’s Phase 3 study, and consults on its data.
    — Mindy Leffler, STAT, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of consult
Noun
  • Oil prices are hovering above $90 a barrel, as talks between Iran and the United States remain at an impasse.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
  • As to where the talks stand, Greer indicated that a consensus between the countries had been reached.
    — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of talk
Noun
  • All four stars ably play the stoic and sorrowful notes required of them, without finding many secondary or contrasting ones in their dialogue.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Rather than having a back-and-forth dialogue, attendees were asked to submit their questions via a QR code.
    — Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of dialogue
Noun
  • Announced at the Hot Chips conference, the processor is the first dual-architecture mainframe chip from IBM and is being developed for future IBM Z and LinuxONE systems.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Nothing suggests the Big Ten or any other conference is rushing to take control of the entire NCAA rulebook anytime soon.
    — Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of conference

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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussion. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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