Discussant: meaning, definitions and examples

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discussant

 

[ dษชsหˆkสŒsษ™nt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

formal debate

A discussant is an individual who takes part in a discussion, particularly in a formal setting such as a seminar or a conference. This person is often responsible for presenting opinions and critiques on specific topics, connecting with other participants to explore various aspects. Discussants may provide insight and analyses that enrich the conversation, fostering deeper understanding and exploration of the subject matter. Their role is primarily to stimulate dialogue and ensure that diverse viewpoints are represented in the discussion.

Synonyms

commentator, debater, interlocutor, participant

Examples of usage

  • The discussant expressed insightful opinions during the panel.
  • She was chosen as the discussant for the international conference.
  • During the seminar, each discussant highlighted key points.
  • The discussant's analysis prompted further discussion among attendees.

Translations

Translations of the word "discussant" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น discutidor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคฐเฅเคšเคพเค•เคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Diskutant

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ diskusian

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฑะณะพะฒะพั€ัŽะฒะฐั‡

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dyskutant

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่จŽ่ซ–่€…

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท discutant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ discutidor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tartฤฑลŸmacฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ† ๋ก ์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู†ุงู‚ุด

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ diskutant

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ diskutant

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฎจ่ฎบ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ razpravljalec

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ umrรฆรฐumaรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐะปา›ั‹ะปะฐัƒัˆั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ˜แƒกแƒ™แƒฃแƒกแƒแƒœแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mรผzakirษ™รงi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ discutidor

Etymology

The term 'discussant' originates from the Latin word 'discutere', meaning 'to shake apart' or 'to discuss'. It combines the prefix 'dis-', denoting separation, with 'cutere', meaning to shake or to strike. The usage of 'discussant' in English dates back to the early 20th century, referring specifically to persons involved in discussions and debates, especially in academic or scholarly contexts. It reflects a formal engagement where individuals present their thoughts on a topic while promoting intellectual discourse. As communication evolved, the role of the discussant has expanded to include various forums, making them crucial figures in cultivating dialogue and exchanging ideas across multiple platforms.