Synonyms for

Discussing

Verb / dɪˈskʌsɪŋ / Another word for discussing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to talk about something with someone and exchange ideas or opinions

Synonyms & similar words

talkabout discuss talkover discourse hashout converse debate chat speak communicate exchange consider deliberate confer address explore treat mention argue ventilate

Synonyms by register

Formal

deliberating examining debating analyzing

Informal

talking about chewing over rapping about shooting the breeze about

Literary

conferring communing

Antonyms

ignoring silencing avoiding shunning disregarding neglecting

Common collocations

  • discussing the issue
  • discussing the details
  • discussing the plan
  • discussing the results
  • discussing the implications
  • discussing the matter
  • discussing the topic

Word family

noun discussion
verb discuss
adjective discussable

Usage note

Discussing implies an exchange of ideas or opinions. It is generally neutral in tone but can sometimes imply a more serious or formal conversation than simply 'talking about'.

Example sentences

  1. My friends and I were discussing our favorite movies.
  2. The teacher and students were discussing the book they read.
  3. The politicians were discussing the new law.
  4. The family was discussing their vacation plans.
  5. The scientists were discussing their research findings.

Quotes

  • The art of conversation lies in listening.
  • Talking and discussing, even arguing, can help us learn and grow.
  • Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people.

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