discourse - Similar and Opposite Words

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Noun

extended verbal expression in speech or writing

Synonyms

• discourse

More generic

• language unit
• linguistic unit

More specific

• context
• context of use
• linguistic context

Noun

an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

Synonyms

• discourse
• discussion
• treatment

More generic

• communicating
• communication

More specific

• consideration
• detail
• dilation
• elaboration
• enlargement
• expansion
• talk

Noun

an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service)

Synonyms

• discourse
• preaching
• sermon

More generic

• address
• speech

More specific

• baccalaureate
• evangelism
• homily
• kerugma
• kerygma
• preachment

Verb

talk at length and formally about a topic

Synonyms

• discourse
• dissertate
• hold forth

More generic

• speak
• talk

Verb

carry on a conversation

Synonyms

• converse
• discourse

More generic

• speak
• talk

More specific

• argue
• chaffer
• chat
• chatter
• chew the fat
• chit-chat
• chitchat
• claver
• confab
• confabulate
• contend
• debate
• fence
• gossip
• interview
• jaw
• natter
• question
• shoot the breeze
• visit

Verb

to consider or examine in speech or writing

Synonyms

• discourse
• discuss
• talk about

More generic

• address
• cover
• deal
• handle
• plow
• treat

More specific

• descant
• talk shop

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