discussion
nounHow many syllables in discussion?
There are 3 syllables in the word discussion.Divide discussion into syllables:
dis · cus · sion
How to pronounce discussion:
Definition of discussion:
- discussion (noun):
- consideration of a question in open and usually informal debate
- the separation of a whole into its parts for study or interpretation
- an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic.
Synonyms for discussion:
debateseminardiscourseconsultconversationdeliberationcommunicationsymposiumdialogueexchangeShow 13 more
Antonyms for discussion:
peacecalmharmonyquieteaselisteningagreementsilencepraiseapprovalShow 3 more
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