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Meaning of "discussion" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF DISCUSSION

discussion  [dɪˈskʌʃən] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF DISCUSSION

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Discussion is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES DISCUSSION MEAN IN ENGLISH?

discussion

Conversation

Conversation is a form of interactive, spontaneous communication between two or more people who are following rules of etiquette. It is polite give and take of subjects thought of by people talking with each other for company. Conversation analysis is a branch of sociology which studies the structure and organization of human interaction, with a more specific focus on conversational interaction.

Definition of discussion in the English dictionary

The definition of discussion in the dictionary is the examination or consideration of a matter in speech or writing.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH DISCUSSION


Belarussian
ˌbɛləʊˈrʌʃən
concussion
kənˈkʌʃən
percussion
pəˈkʌʃən
Prussian
ˈprʌʃən
repercussion
ˌriːpəˈkʌʃən
rushen
ˈrʌʃən
Russian
ˈrʌʃən
station
ˈsteɪʃən
submission
səbˈmɪʃən
subscription
səbˈskrɪpʃən
succussion
sʌˈkʌʃən
suggestion
səˈdʒɛstʃən
suspension
səˈspɛnʃən
tradition
trəˈdɪʃən
transaction
trænˈzækʃən
translation
trænsˈleɪʃən
transmission
trænzˈmɪʃən
transportation
ˌtrænspɔːˈteɪʃən
vacation
vəˈkeɪʃən
version
ˈvɜːʃən

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE DISCUSSION

discursion
discursist
discursive
discursively
discursiveness
discursory
discursus
discus
discus thrower
discuss
discussable
discussant
discusser
discussible
discussion document
discussion group
discussion paper
discussional
discussive
discutient

WORDS THAT END LIKE DISCUSSION

admission
commission
compassion
compression
confession
conversion
depression
emission
expression
impression
mission
obsession
passion
permission
possession
pression
profession
progression
regression
session
suppression

Synonyms and antonyms of discussion in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «DISCUSSION»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «discussion» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of discussion

Translation of «discussion» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF DISCUSSION

Find out the translation of discussion to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of discussion from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «discussion» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

讨论
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

discusión
570 millions of speakers

English

discussion
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

चर्चा
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

مُنَاقَشَة
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

обсуждение
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

discussão
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

আলোচনা
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

discussion
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Perbincangan
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Diskussion
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

討議
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

토론
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Diskusi
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

sự thảo luận
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

விவாதம்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

चर्चा
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

tartışma
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

discussione
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

dyskusja
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

обговорення
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

discuție
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

συζήτηση
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

bespreking
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

diskussion
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

diskusjon
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of discussion

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «DISCUSSION»

The term «discussion» is very widely used and occupies the 1.687 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «DISCUSSION» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «discussion» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «discussion» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about discussion

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10 QUOTES WITH «DISCUSSION»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word discussion.
1
Marv Albert
Game calls can't be just, 'Oh, by the way,' as part of a larger discussion.
2
George Allen
We're going to hear a lot of spirited discussion about the President's plan in the next few days and weeks and that's fine as long as everyone comes ready to talk and not just snipe, complain and argue.
3
Jami Attenberg
Young adult novels don't shy away from the discussion of weight issues, and 'Blubber,' the tale of an overweight, not-so-sympathetic fifth-grader bullied by her peers, is a refreshing take.
4
Clement Attlee
Democracy means government by discussion, but it is only effective if you can stop people talking.
5
Joan Baez
We were raised with that discussion about violence and non-violence, and we all pretty much came up on the side of non-violence. That became my foundation with politics and my livelihood.
6
E. F. Benson
Rightly or wrongly, the Victorian considered that there were certain subjects which were not meet for inter-sexual discussion, just as they held that certain processes of the feminine toilet, like the powdering of the nose and the application of lipstick to the mouth, were (if done at all) better done in private.
7
Zach Braff
In theater or movies you see either 'I'm religious' or 'I'm an atheist.' I've never seen too much discussion of 'I believe there's a higher power but I'm hesitant to reach out to him because I don't know if I'm worthy of his attention.'
8
Jason Calacanis
Blogging is great, and I read blogs all day long. However, my goal is really to have a deep, meaningful discussion with people. For some reason, I'm able to accomplish this best via email.
9
Tony Campolo
To prevent discussion of any other explanations of human origins is hardly what I would expect from open-minded educators.
10
Neville Chamberlain
We should seek by all means in our power to avoid war, by analysing possible causes, by trying to remove them, by discussion in a spirit of collaboration and good will.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «DISCUSSION»

Discover the use of discussion in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to discussion and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Discussion-based Online Teaching to Enhance Student ...
This is a book for all educators and administrators in higher education, in any discipline, engaged in, or contemplating offering, online classes that involve discussion or collaborative learning.
Tisha Bender, 2003
2
Group Discussion
The author, who held senior positions in MNCs, has put the essence of his decades of corporate experience into a comprehensive and complete volume on 'Group Discussion'.
Anand Ganguly, 2002
3
Discussion as a Way of Teaching: Tools and Techniques for ...
In this book, Brookfield and Preskill offer a wealth of information and strategies for improving dialogues in the classroom.
Stephen D. Brookfield, Stephen Preskill, 2012
4
Questioning and Discussion: A Multidisciplinary Study
This volume develops an encompassing view of questioning and discussion in a classroom setting, and enhances the understanding and practice of multidisciplinary research by including perspectives from various fields.
J. T. Dillon, 1988
5
The Prodigal God Discussion Guide: Finding Your Place at the ...
Designed for use with The Prodigal God DVD by pastor and bestselling author Timothy Keller, The Prodigal God Discussion Guide helps churches and small groups plumb the powerful depths of Jesus' best-known parable to explore the story's ...
Timothy Keller, 2009
6
Discussion and Lesson Starters
Look beyond those who are monopolizing the discussion, and deliberately ask other, quieter students for their responses. You'll never stop some personalities from standing out in your group; others will insist on staying in the background.
Youth Specialties,, 2011
7
A Scriptural Discussion of Light
D&C 84:45For the WORD of the Lord is TRUTH, and whatsoever is TRUTH is LIGHT, and whatsoever is LIGHT is SPIRIT, even the SPIRIT of Jesus Christ.From the celebrated CES author Allen J. Fletcher comes this book about two fictitious couples ...
Allen J. Fletcher, 2007
8
Fearless Small Group Discussion Guide
This companion discussion guide can be used for personal journalling or as a prompt for open-hearted discussions with your small group. Let Max Lucado show you how to find a sense of peace and security in today's troubled world.
Max Lucado, 2009
9
Contentious Issues: Discussion Stories for Young People
Challenging prejudice, stereotyping and judgemental behaviour, this book consists of forty discussion stories which reflect society and the problems young people face today.
Márianna Csóti, 2002
10
Work Discussion: Learning from Reflective Practice in Work ...
Work Discussion: Learning from Reflective Practice in Work with Children and Families.
Margaret Rustin, Jonathan Bradley, 2008

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «DISCUSSION»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term discussion is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Controversial gay fairy tale focus of discussion at Chapel Hill library …
Chapel Hill, N.C. — A controversial gay fairy tale read to students at Efland-Cheeks Elementary School generated more discussion Wednesday ... «WRAL.com, Jul 15»
2
Councilman calls for discussion on local Confederate monuments
"It is time for San Antonio to join this national moment of reflection by having our own discussion about the symbols of the Confederacy that are ... «KSAT San Antonio, Jul 15»
3
Vestavia Hills "Rebel" mascot discussion Wednesday night - WIAT 42
PHOTOS: Vestavia Hills High School 'Rebel' mascot discussion. VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. (WIAT) — UPDATE: Wednesday night, people ... «WIAT 42, Jul 15»
4
Grassley Urges Fair Shake For Wind Energy In Tax Extenders …
Grassley Urges Fair Shake For Wind Energy In Tax Extenders Discussion. Posted: Wed 2:54 PM, Jul 08, 2015. Home; / Headlines List; / Article. Sen. «WOWT, Jul 15»
5
Governor Herbert weighs in on religious freedom discussion … - KTVX
Governor Herbert weighs in on religious freedom discussion. Ali Monsen. 07/08/2015 04:55 PM. 07/08/2015 06:27 PM ... «Good4Utah, Jul 15»
6
Designer Adriana Hoyos to headline design discussion at DCOTA …
Internationally renowned interior designer Adriana Hoyos has been chosen to headline a discussion July 23 at Design Center of the Americas ... «Sun Sentinel, Jul 15»
7
Debate Over Amendments Dominates Flag Discussion
If one of the amendments were to pass, the bill would then go back to the Senate for discussion, and if they disapprove of the House's change, ... «WLTX.com, Jul 15»
8
Morehouse School Board hears discussion on salary, travel, super …
Central among these was a discussion between school board member Rose Thompson and member Chastity Kennedy regarding travel — a ... «Bastrop Daily Enterprise, Jul 15»
9
Nainoa Thompson celebrates Dalai Lama's birthday at a panel …
Master navigator and head of the Polynesian Voyaging Society Nainoa Thompson was invited to a panel discussion as part of the Dalai Lama's ... «KHON2, Jul 15»
10
Tragedy Ignites Discussion About Pit Bull Dangers - WLOS …
HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. -- The deadly dog attack involving a little boy renews debate about pit bull terriers. A recent study indicates the ... «WLOS, Jul 15»

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