Discussed: meaning, definitions and examples
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discussed
[ dɪsˈkʌst ]
past action
The term 'discussed' is the simple past tense of the verb 'discuss'. It means to talk about something with another person or a group of people. When a topic is discussed, it is examined thoroughly, allowing for various opinions and ideas to be shared. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, whether in meetings, casual conversations, or written communications.
Synonyms
conversed, debated, examined, talked about.
Examples of usage
- We discussed the new project during the meeting.
- They discussed their travel plans over dinner.
- The members discussed various strategies for improvement.
Translations
Translations of the word "discussed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 discutido
🇮🇳 चर्चा की गई
🇩🇪 diskutiert
🇮🇩 dibahas
🇺🇦 обговорено
🇵🇱 dyskutowane
🇯🇵 議論された
🇫🇷 discuté
🇪🇸 discutido
🇹🇷 tartışıldı
🇰🇷 논의된
🇸🇦 نوقش
🇨🇿 diskutováno
🇸🇰 diskutované
🇨🇳 讨论过的
🇸🇮 razpravljano
🇮🇸 umræðan
🇰🇿 талқыланды
🇬🇪 განხილული
🇦🇿 müzakirə edildi
🇲🇽 discutido
Etymology
The word 'discuss' originates from the Latin word 'discussus', which is the past participle of 'discutere', meaning 'to shake apart'. This Latin term is a combination of the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'apart' and 'quatere', which means 'to shake'. The usage of the word evolved through Middle English and into the present form in modern English. Historically, 'discuss' has been utilized in both literary and conversational contexts to facilitate communication and deliberation among speakers, and it remains a crucial term in various fields, such as academia, politics, and everyday social interactions. The act of discussing implies a level of engagement with ideas that can lead to deeper understanding and consensus or conflict resolution.