Definition of Discourse

written or spoken communication or debate

Examples of Discourse in a sentence

The discourse between the two candidates has not been friendly.  🔊

Stranded on the deserted island, the castaway longed for discourse with another human being.  🔊

A major disadvantage of online discourse is that people can often say whatever they like in complete anonymity.  🔊

Although the two presidents were not on friendly terms, they still managed to have polite discourse during the media event.  🔊

Twenty years ago, no one would have ever imagined that text messaging would be a form of discourse.  🔊

When my husband is in a bad mood, I will do anything to avoid having discourse with him.  🔊

After Justin has calmed down, he will be able to have sensible discourse with his brother.  🔊

The purpose of the religious conference was to initiate discourse on the work of missionaries in third world countries.  🔊

The priest refused to participate in a discourse on homosexuality.  🔊

Even though my daughter and I have had some discourse on the subject of dating, I am nonetheless concerned about her going on her first date.  🔊

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