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discourse

noun, verb

/ˈdɪskɔːrs/

Meaning

Written or spoken communication or debate.

The professor gave a discourse on ancient philosophy.

political discourse

dialogue, discussion, conversation, debate, talk

silence, quiet, muteness

academic discourse, public discourse, discourse analysis, discourse on

To force something beyond its normal limits; to injure by overexertion; or a type or variety of some...

a heavy object used to hold a ship in place; also to secure firmly

A settlement of differences in which each side makes concessions; or to weaken or put at risk.

A subject or situation under consideration; to be important.

something given as a reward for achievement; to value highly

noun: a written or spoken agreement; verb: to enter into an agreement or to reduce in size