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Discuss Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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discuss

dis-cuss

🇺🇸 /dɪˈskəs/ · 🇬🇧 /dɪskˈʌs/

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

conversation

To talk about something with another person or group in order to exchange ideas or reach a decision.

Synonyms

converse, debate, talk about.

Examples of usage

  • We need to discuss this issue further before making a decision.
  • Let's discuss the details of the project in our meeting tomorrow.
  • I would like to discuss the options available to us before moving forward.
Context #2 | Verb

academic

To examine or consider a subject in speech or writing.

Synonyms

consider, examine, explore.

Examples of usage

  • The professor asked us to discuss the implications of the research findings.
  • In the essay, the author will discuss the impact of technology on society.

Translations

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Quick facts about “discuss”

Discuss is a 2-syllable verb (dis-cuss). It is pronounced /dɪˈskəs/ in American English and /dɪskˈʌs/ in British English. On finesentence.com it has 2 meanings, 6 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #1,956 among the most common English words.

Origin of 'discuss'

The word 'discuss' originated from the Latin word 'discutere', which means 'to dash to pieces, scatter'. Over time, the meaning evolved to 'examine by argument, debate', and eventually to its current usage in English. The word has been in use in English since the 14th century.

See also: discussable, discussing, discussion.

Rhymes

Discuss rhymes with buss, jus, mistrusts, puss, sus, suss, us and thus.

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Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,956, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.