Discursive
(adjective)
- Digressing from the main subject in speech or writing.
- Ranging widely and loosely over a subject.
- Involving or characterized by discussion or discourse.
Origin:
Late 16th century, from latin discursus "running to and fro, discussion".
Examples:
- The speaker's discursive style made it difficult to follow the argument.
- The author's discursive writing style was both engaging and informative.
- The discursive nature of the debate allowed for a wide range of opinions to be expressed.
- The discursive essay wandered through a variety of subjects.
- The discursive approach to problem solving allowed for a more in-depth examination of the issue.