DISSERTATES Synonyms

• a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal

• the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote)

• argue with one another

• think about carefully; weigh

• discuss the pros and cons of an issue

• have an argument about something

• to consider or examine in speech or writing

• speak with others about (something); talk (something) over in detail; have a discussion

• marked by complexity and richness of detail

• developed or executed with care and in minute detail

• add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing

• produce from basic elements or sources; change into a more developed product

• make more complex, intricate, or richer

• work out in detail

• consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning

• observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect

• question or examine thoroughly and closely

• question closely

• put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to

• inquire into

• travel to or penetrate into

• inquire into a subject in detail

• examine (organs) for diagnostic purposes

• add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing

• state

• extended verbal expression in speech or writing

• an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service)

• an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

• to consider or examine in speech or writing

• carry on a conversation

• talk at length and formally about a topic

• talk at length and formally about a topic