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Wordabulary

discuss

Pronunciation
Verb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

To talk about something with someone else in order to reach an understanding or decision.

"The board will discuss the budget at next week's meeting."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

talk about

Usage notes

"Discuss" already means "talk about," so it isn't followed by "about," we say "discuss the plan," not "discuss about the plan."

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The board will _____ the budget at next week's meeting."

Answer: discuss

In your own words, what does "discuss" mean?

To talk about something with someone else in order to reach an understanding or decision.

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