discursive
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Quick answer
Moving from one topic to another rather than following a clear structure.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
rambling
digressive
Antonyms
focused
concise
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "His _____ lecture wandered far from the syllabus."
Answer: discursive
In your own words, what does "discursive" mean?
Moving from one topic to another rather than following a clear structure.
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