Discussion
Discussion noun - An exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue.
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Synonyms for Discussion
Instruction and discussion are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Instruction" instead a noun "Discussion".
Instruction
Instruction noun - A statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned.
Discussion and instruction are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Discussion" instead a noun "Instruction".
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| detailed | detailed discussion | detailed instruction |
| particular | particular discussion | particular instruction |
| similar | similar discussion | similar instruction |
| specific | specific discussion | specific instruction |
| Other adjectives: short, original, many, simple, real, hypothetical, little, private, early, religious, final, casual, further, subsequent, extended. | ||
Both words in one sentence
- Additionally, Alex and Kim go into a discussion about their respective sex education, and Alex is surprised to find out that Kim's wealthy parents hired a guy to instruct her in sex (she's in her low teens), pointing out that all he had was the standard virtual instruction at his school.
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