DISCURSIVE
(adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Discursive.
Discursive - as an adjective satellite
Proceeding to a conclusion by reason or argument rather than intuition
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dianoetic(of e.g. speech and writing) tending to depart from the main point or cover a wide range of subjects
Example: "Amusingly digressive with satirical thrusts at women's fashions among other things"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
digressiveexcursiveramblingDiscursive - as an adjective
(of speech or writing) tending to digress from the main point; rambling.
Using reason and argument rather than intuition.
Example Sentences
"Her essay was very discursive and lacked a clear thesis statement."
"The professor's lecture was disorganized and discursive, making it difficult to follow."
"During the debate, the politician went on a discursive tangent and never addressed the main issue."
"The book was filled with discursive passages that did not contribute to the overall plot."
"The discursive nature of the discussion made it hard to reach a consensus."
Word Game Points
Is DISCURSIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, discursive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DISCURSIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is DISCURSIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, discursive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDISCURSIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is DISCURSIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, discursive is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDISCURSIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
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