Discourse and Expound

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Discourse

Discourse verb - To give a formal often extended talk on a subject.

Usage example: the guest lecturer discoursed at some length on the long-term results of the war

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Expound is a synonym for discourse in speak topic. In some cases you can use "Expound" instead a verb "Discourse", when it comes to topics like discuss.

Nearby Words: discoursed, discoursing

Expound

Expound verb - To make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion).

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Discourse is a synonym for expound in speak topic. You can use "Discourse" instead a verb "Expound", if it concerns topics such as talk about in great detail.

Nearby Words: expounding, expounder

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