First Known Use: 14th century
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discuss
verb dis·cuss \di-ˈskəs\
: to talk about (something) with another person or group
: to give information, ideas, opinions, etc., about (something) in writing or speech
Full Definition of DISCUSS
transitive verb
1
obsolete : dispel
2
a : to investigate by reasoning or argument b : to present in detail for examination or consideration <discussed plans for the party> c : to talk about
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Origin of DISCUSS
Related to DISCUSS
- Synonyms
- agitate, argue, bandy, bat (around or back and forth), canvass (also canvas), debate, dispute, hash (over or out), moot, talk over
Synonym Discussion of DISCUSS
discuss, argue, debate mean to discourse about in order to reach conclusions or to convince. discuss implies a sifting of possibilities especially by presenting considerations pro and con <discussed the need for a new highway>. argue implies the offering of reasons or evidence in support of convictions already held <argued that the project would be too costly>. debate suggests formal or public argument between opposing parties <debated the merits of the amendment>; it may also apply to deliberation with oneself <I'm debating whether I should go>.
DISCUSSIBLE Defined for Kids
discuss
verb dis·cuss \di-ˈskəs\
dis·cusseddis·cuss·ing
Definition of DISCUSS for Kids
1
: to talk about
2
: to argue or consider fully and openly <The article discusses ways to save energy.>
Synonym Discussion of DISCUSS
discuss, argue, and debate mean to talk about something in order to reach a decision or to convince someone of a point of view. discuss is used when there is an exchange of ideas. <We will discuss plans for the school picnic.> argue is used when evidence or reasons for or against something are given. <She argued for the need for more hospitals.> debate is used when there is an argument between opposing persons or groups according to rules and often before an audience. <The candidates will debate on TV.>
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