What is another word for Discoursed?

Pronunciation: [dˈɪskɔːsd] (IPA)

The word "discoursed" refers to a long and formal discussion on a topic. There are several synonyms for the word such as a sermon, lecture, speech, conversation, dialogue, oration, and address. A sermon is a religious talk on a subject while a lecture is an educational speech delivered by an expert. A speech is a formal address to an audience while a conversation is an informal exchange between two or more individuals. A dialogue is a discussion between two or more people while an oration is a formal and public speech. Lastly, an address is a formal speech given on a particular occasion or event.

What are the hypernyms for Discoursed?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Discoursed

Hardy, who had heard from Edward Silk of the steward's indisposition and had been intending to pay him a visit, learnt of his departure later on in the morning, and, being ignorant of the particulars, Discoursed somewhat eloquently to his partner on the old man's devotion.
"At Sunwich Port, Complete"
W.W. Jacobs
Hardy changed the subject, and Nugent, nothing loath, Discoursed on his wanderings and took him on a personally conducted tour through the continent of Australia.
"At Sunwich Port, Complete"
W.W. Jacobs
From the same outer darkness-Venables came to believe it was that-Tommy had Discoursed of Marchese Peppino.
"The Furnace"
Rose Macaulay

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