counsel

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/ˈkaʊn.səl/ English

Definitions

noun

The exchange of opinions and advice especially in legal issues; consultation.
Exercise of judgment; prudence.
Advice; guidance.
Deliberate purpose; design; intent; scheme; plan.

verb

To give advice, especially professional advice, to (somebody).“Psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other mental health professionals counsel clients.”
To recommend (a course of action).“I would counsel prudence in this matter.”

Related words

Synonyms

counselor counsellor advise advocate guidance direction counselor-at-law consultant consultancy advisor adviser advisory advice advising supporter legal

Associated

bencher solicitor subcommittee litigation recorder defendant attorneys prosecutor attorney judiciary prosecution lawyers

Rhymes

privy council city council works council counsell legislative council executive council economic and social council world council council security council

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