dissertate

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.

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.

by ldowning August 11, 2009

Dissertate

The act of writing one's dissertation

I can't go out tonight, I have to dissertate.

by CueBall1130 October 21, 2023

Dissercation

The combination of two words: dissertation and vacation. The act of struggling between being committed to work on dissertation or having a little fun in between.

Do I have to lock myself and work on my dissertation or go out for a vacation? My dissercation is totally driving me nuts.

by Mahooha March 16, 2013

Dissertating

To actively work on a thesis, prospectus or dissertation.

Johnny is going to be dissertating in his study carrel in the library today.

by Groovy9113 October 1, 2009

Dissertation

An April Fool's joke taken too far

(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

by onlymejustme April 2, 2009

Dissertation Brain

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.

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

by princesshelz April 10, 2011

dissertation

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

I have a 15000 word dissertation to hand in, in less than 72 hours Argh !

by DirkDiggler April 5, 2003