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discursive
01
deviating from a subject in a disorganized manner
Examples
His discursive speech made it difficult for the audience to follow his main argument.
The essay was criticized for its discursive nature, jumping between topics without clear connections.
02
using reason instead of intuition to achieve a conclusion
Examples
The discursive nature of his argument relied heavily on logical analysis rather than gut feelings.
She preferred discursive reasoning over intuition, as it allowed her to make more informed decisions.
03
relating to the exchange of ideas or information through conversation or written expression
Examples
The discursive nature of the seminar encouraged participants to share their viewpoints openly.
During the meeting, there was a discursive discussion about the company's future plans.
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