disquisition

noun

dis·​qui·​si·​tion ˌdi-skwə-ˈzi-shən How to pronounce disquisition (audio)
Synonyms of disquisitionnext
: a formal inquiry into or discussion of a subject : discourse

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Examples of disquisition in a Sentence

a lengthy disquisition on foreign policy Adam Smith's celebrated disquisition on the factors contributing to the wealth of nations.
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Much of Woodhouse’s disquisitions on health are pitched at the younger generation. — Chris Cohen, Literary Hub, 11 Dec. 2025 In the end, McConnell’s disquisition falls short in making the case for primacy. — Reid Smith, Foreign Affairs, 3 Feb. 2025 There was little time to draw breath between art classes, violin making, and disquisitions on John Ruskin. — Richard Godwin, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026 Many readers certainly do struggle with the epic’s final part, which has its share of dense theological disquisitions. — Eric Bulson, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for disquisition

Word History

Etymology

Latin disquisition-, disquisitio, from disquirere to investigate, from dis- + quaerere to seek

First Known Use

1640, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of disquisition was in 1640

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“Disquisition.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disquisition. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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