discursive

/dɪsˈkɜː(ɹ)sɪv/

Meanings

adjective

(of speech or writing) Tending to digress from the main point; rambling.

Examples :

"The professor's lecture was so discursive that students had trouble understanding the main topic. "

adjective

Using reason and argument rather than intuition.

Examples :

"The professor's lectures were highly discursive, relying on logical arguments and evidence instead of personal opinions. "

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Related Words

intuition noun

/ˌɪntjʊˈɪʃən/ /ɪntuwˈɪʃɨn/

Immediate cognition without the use of conscious rational processes.

""Even without studying the menu, her intuition told her the pasta dish would be the most delicious." "

students noun

/ˈstjuːdn̩ts/ /ˈstudn̩ts/

A person who studies or learns about a particular subject.

"He is a student of life."

writing noun

/ˈɹaɪtɪŋ/

Graphism of symbols such as letters that express some meaning.

"My son's writing homework included practicing cursive letters. "

arguments noun

/ˈɑːɡjʊmənts/ /ˈɑɹɡjəmənts/

A fact or statement used to support a proposition; a reason.

"My arguments for a later curfew were based on my good grades and responsible behavior. "

rambling verb

/ˈɹæm.blɪŋ/

To move about aimlessly, or on a winding course

"The dog rambled through the park, sniffing at every bush and tree along the winding path. "

personal noun

/ˈpɜː.sən.əl/ /ˈpɜɹ.sən.əl/

An advertisement by which individuals attempt to meet others with similar interests.

"The online personal for finding a book club partner was very popular among students. "

professor noun

/pɹəˈfɛsə/ /pɹəˈfɛsɚ/

The most senior rank for an academic at a university or similar institution, informally also known as "full professor." Abbreviated Prof.

"Professor Smith, the head of the history department, gave a fascinating lecture on the Roman Empire. "

evidence noun

[ˈɛvəɾəns]

Facts or observations presented in support of an assertion.

"There is no evidence that anyone was here earlier."

opinions noun

/əˈpɪnjənz/

A subjective belief, judgment or perspective that a person has formed about a topic, issue, person or thing.

"My friends and I have different opinions about which restaurant to go to for dinner. "

lectures noun

/ˈlɛkt͡ʃəz/ /ˈlɛkt͡ʃɚz/

A spoken lesson or exposition, usually delivered to a group.

"During class today the professor delivered an interesting lecture."

argument noun

/ˈɑːɡjʊmənt/ /ˈɑɹɡjumənt/

A fact or statement used to support a proposition; a reason.

"My argument for staying late was that I needed extra time to finish my project. "

understanding verb

/ʌndəˈstandɪŋ/ /ˌʌndəɹˈstændɪŋ/

To grasp a concept fully and thoroughly, especially (of words, statements, art, etc.) to be aware of the meaning of and (of people) to be aware of the intent of.

"The teacher patiently explained the math problem, and the students were able to understand the steps involved. "