Meaning of the word discourse in English

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discourse

US /ˈdɪs.kɔːrs/

UK /ˈdɪs.kɔːrs/

written or spoken communication or debate

Example:

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The political discourse has become increasingly polarized.

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Her academic discourse on the topic was highly insightful.

Synonym:

conversation discussion dialogue talk communication

to speak or write authoritatively about a topic

Example:

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The professor will discourse on the history of philosophy.

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He likes to discourse at length on his favorite subjects.

Synonym:

speak talk converse lecture expound

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