discourse
Translation
discourse, discussion, treatise
Examples
He gave a discourse on modern art.
He gave a discourse on modern art.
The book is a discourse on political theory.
The book is a discourse on political theory.
Grammar Patterns
((on/about sth.)) a long and serious discussion of a subject in speech or writing She wrote a discourse on feminism.
Similar Words
Synonyms: discussion, conversation, speech, treatise
Etymology
From Latin 'discursus' (a running about), from 'dis-' (apart) + 'currere' (to run). The idea of a conversation 'running' back and forth.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'course' of conversation that 'dis-' (runs apart) into different topics.