Dissertation

Word DISSERTATION
Character 12
Hyphenation dis ser ta tion
Pronunciations /ˌdɪsəˈteɪʃən/

Definitions and meanings of "Dissertation"

What do we mean by dissertation?

A lengthy, formal treatise, especially one written by a candidate for the doctoral degree at a university; a thesis. noun

A set or formal discourse. noun

A written essay, treatise, or disquisition: as, Newton's dissertations on the prophecies. noun

A formal or elaborate argumentative discourse, oral or written; a disquisition; an essay; a discussion. noun

A formal exposition of a subject, especially a research paper that students write in order to complete the requirements for a doctoral degree; a thesis. noun

A lengthy lecture on a subject; a treatise; a discourse; a sermon. noun

A treatise advancing a new point of view resulting from research; usually a requirement for an advanced academic degree noun

A formal exposition of a subject, especially a research paper that students write in order to complete the requirements for a doctoral degree; a thesis.

A lengthy lecture on a subject; a treatise; a discourse; a sermon.

An idea that was spawned from the evil nasty dissertation monsters to make students fail university and waste three years of their life and lots of money Urban Dictionary

A large piece of work , mainly done in the wee hours of the morning whilst drinking loads of coffee. Generally in the 10k++ word range Urban Dictionary

The last course in cooking school. Urban Dictionary

Refers to the process of researching and writing a dissertation. Used in place of similar descriptors, such as writing or studying, in order to emphasize the great scope and magnitude of the work taking place. Often used by graduate students to describe their work schedule. Urban Dictionary

To actively work on a thesis, prospectus or dissertation. Urban Dictionary

An April Fool's joke taken too far Urban Dictionary

Verb: a thinly-veiled euphemism that advanced graduate students use to describe non-academic activities, often used with air quotes. Urban Dictionary

When you spend a very long time at the computer, working on your dissertation (or other big project) but come away feeling like you have achieved nothing, but you are also no longer able to function normally. Usually cured by alcohol. Urban Dictionary

An academic dissertation that draws heavily upon the uncredited work of others. So named for the yellow highlighting that tends to be used to illustrate the fact, with a nod to the term 'yellow journalism.' Urban Dictionary

Sending multiple texts which far exceed the 160 character limit of a standard text message that often includes superfluous details; typically involves complex conversations that should take place via email or phone call. Urban Dictionary

Synonyms and Antonyms for Dissertation

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The word "dissertation" in example sentences

Everybody Dies puts you in the shoes of a chubby metalhead who has smoked his last smoke, with illustrations by Michael Cho; Nightfall drops you into a mysterious city where everyone's fled before the approaching Enemy; and in Violet your struggle to write your dissertation is aided by the most charming voice-in-your-head character in history. ❋ Unknown (2008)

And it goes without saying that the dissertation is a source of tension. ❋ Unknown (2006)

In the meantime I'm floored by the fact that your dissertation is actually 8 chapters long! ❋ Unknown (2006)

Chapter 4 of my dissertation is all about the way in which some Muslims coerce other Muslims into remaining silent in expressing their moderation. ❋ Richard Nokes (2006)

I'm glad that my dissertation is almost at the halfway point, that I'm going on the job market, and that I'm undertaking my own research and not worrying about the administrivia of the department. ❋ Unknown (2005)

I've been told a part of the problem with the first chapter of a dissertation is that there is still an immense degree of fluctuation between what's necessary to a chapter and what will eventually become a part of the introduction to the dissertation as a whole. ❋ Mary Kate Hurley (2009)

Besides, technically, under federal law, unless the thesis or dissertation is actually published, they are protected under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Period. ❋ Unknown (2009)

I passed my exams, the dissertation is currently underway. ❋ Mary Kate Hurley (2008)

I also think the question should be asked as to why her doctoral dissertation is not available until AFTER the election in November. ❋ Unknown (2008)

I feel like I know what my dissertation is going to look like. ❋ Mary Kate Hurley (2007)

After typing up this post, the dissertation is still there. ❋ Unknown (2006)

After this dissertation is completed, I feel like I have to shift my research focus to something with a few more policy implications instead of pure academic implications. ❋ Unknown (2006)

For the department, the length of my dissertation is slightly above average. ❋ Unknown (2006)

As Prof.C. told me a few weeks ago, the conclusion to my dissertation is one of the more important chapters, since the majority of my committee members probably won't even read the case studies that make up the bulk of the dissertation. ❋ Unknown (2006)

And October's accomplishments: turned in dissertation to graduate school applied for 4 jobs worked on “unfunded mandate” research in preparation for Boss's talk attended conference worked on revising Ch3 paper for submission ❋ ScienceWoman (2006)

I have a 15000 word dissertation to hand in, in [less than] [72] hours [Argh] ! ❋ DirkDiggler (2003)

I got a [friggen] disertation to do and the handin is in [72] hours [my god]!! ❋ Jock Strap (2003)

Don't [eat] my dissertation. ❋ George Stephans (2004)

[Clarissa] said [she cannot] attend the party because she needs to dissertate. For years it seems the only thing she has done is dissertate, and yet she still hasn't finished her [PhD]. ❋ Ldowning (2009)

Johnny is going to be [dissertating] in his [study carrel] in [the library] today. ❋ Groovy9113 (2009)

(Teacher/Professor): Hey it would be an awsome [April Fool's] joke if we got them (students) to write 5000-15000 words on something completely pointless and make it worth half of their end result! Other teacher/professor: yeah! omg that would be amazing let's call it a [DISSERTATION]...that'll [get 'em] Then before you know it it becomes a compulsory aspect of your grade/degree ❋ Onlymejustme (2009)

What were you doing at [the bar] yesterday [afternoon]? Oh, I was just "dissertating" *[wink]*. ❋ FlyGrl (2010)

I have so got Dissertation Brain, I've been [sat] here for 5 hours, have [achieved] nothing. It's due in in [48 hours] :S ❋ Princesshelz (2011)

"William [Meehan] [submitted] a [yellow dissertation] drawing upon Carl Boening. Of course, since Meehan is a ranked academic, he will never be called on it." ❋ ChurchHatesTucker (2009)

[Diane]: Did you understand the point I was trying to [make in] my text? Chris: You mean your last 16 texts in a row? No, Diane, because I didn't have time to read your [text dissertation]. Just call me. ❋ Tippy_CJM (2012)

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