📜disquisition

noun
/ˌdɪskwɪˈzɪʃən/

Meaning

A long or elaborate discussion or written essay on a particular subject.

Example Sentences

The professor gave a lengthy disquisition on ancient philosophy.

Synonyms

treatise, essay, dissertation, discourse

Antonyms

summary, outline

Collocations

long disquisition, detailed disquisition

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