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Dissertation

🇬🇧 UK //ˌdɪsəˈteɪʃən// 🇺🇸 US //ˌdɪsərˈteɪʃən//

Meaning of Dissertation

A lengthy and formal written work on a specific subject, typically required for a higher academic degree.

In simple words: A long written paper on a research topic for a degree.

Dissertation in a sentence

• She spent years researching for her dissertation on climate change.
• His dissertation challenged existing theories in psychology.
• After defending her dissertation, she felt a huge sense of relief.
• Many students find writing a dissertation to be their most challenging project.
• He received praise for the originality of his dissertation work.

How to use Dissertation

Usually used in academic contexts. It's appropriate in formal writing and discussions but not in everyday conversation.

Grammar pattern

write + dissertation

Memory hint

Think of 'this is a long written presentation' to remember 'dissertation'.

Related words

Collocations with Dissertation

• write a dissertation
• defend a dissertation
• submit a dissertation
• dissertation committee
• doctoral dissertation

Synonyms for Dissertation

• thesis
• treatise
• academic paper
• research paper
• monograph

Common mistakes with Dissertation

• Confusing 'dissertation' with 'thesis'
• Using 'dissertation' in informal contexts
• Incorrectly spelling 'dissertation' as 'desertation'

Frequently asked questions about Dissertation

What does Dissertation mean?

A long written paper on a research topic for a degree.

What is the definition of Dissertation?

A lengthy and formal written work on a specific subject, typically required for a higher academic degree.

How do you use Dissertation in a sentence?

She spent years researching for her dissertation on climate change.

Can you give another example of Dissertation?

His dissertation challenged existing theories in psychology.

What are synonyms for Dissertation?

Common alternatives include thesis, treatise, academic paper, research paper, monograph.

What words go with Dissertation?

It commonly pairs with write a dissertation, defend a dissertation, submit a dissertation, dissertation committee, doctoral dissertation.

What are common mistakes when using Dissertation?

Confusing 'dissertation' with 'thesis' Using 'dissertation' in informal contexts Incorrectly spelling 'dissertation' as 'desertation'

How do you pronounce Dissertation?

US: //ˌdɪsərˈteɪʃən//, UK: //ˌdɪsəˈteɪʃən//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Dissertation formal or informal?

"Dissertation" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Dissertation?

Usually used in academic contexts. It's appropriate in formal writing and discussions but not in everyday conversation.