Discoursive

/dɪˈskɜrsɪv/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characterized by discourse; proceeding from one topic to another; discursive in nature.

Etymology

From 'discourse' plus the adjective suffix '-ive.' This is an alternate or archaic form of 'discursive,' directly derived from the noun 'discourse.'

Kelly Says

A 'discoursive' writing style—where the author jumps from topic to topic—was actually valued in Victorian literature, but modern readers often find it annoying; this shows how what counts as 'good writing' changes based on cultural expectations.

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