Counsel — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Counsel
Counsel (noun)
- advice given especially as a result of consultation
- a policy or plan of action or behavior
- deliberation, consultation
Counsel (verb)
- advise
- consult
Counsel (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a person whose profession is to conduct lawsuits for clients or to advise about legal rights and obligations
"if you cannot afford counsel, one will be provided for you"
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an opinion suggesting a wise or proper course of action
"I suggest you take the teacher's counsel"
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a person who gives advice especially professionally
"the toy manufacturer hired a public relations counsel to do some damage control"
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an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
"she approved the move after a counsel with her advisers"
Counsel (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
"concerned parents counseling about the problem of substance abuse in their community"
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to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
"every year the admissions officer counsels thousands of students about the process of applying to college"
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to give advice to
"perhaps a psychologist would be better qualified to counsel you"
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to put (something) forward as one's choice for a wise or proper course of action
"I would counsel caution and deliberation in this sensitive matter"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Counsel
The most common words with a similar meaning to Counsel:
Near Antonyms of Counsel
Word Forms of Counsel
Inflections: counseled, counselled, counseling, counselling, counsels
Origin & Etymology of Counsel
Middle English conseil, from Anglo-French cunseil, from Latin consilium, from consulere to consult
First known use: 13th century
Words & Phrases Containing Counsel
Frequently Asked Questions about Counsel
What does "Counsel" mean?
"Counsel" means advice given especially as a result of consultation. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: advice given especially as a result of consultation. It has 8 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Counsel"?
Other words for "Counsel" include advocate, attorney, attorney-at-law, counselor, counselor-at-law, lawyer, legal eagle and adjuration. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Counsel" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Counsel"?
There are 215 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Counsel". Common alternatives include advocate, attorney, attorney-at-law, counselor, counselor-at-law, lawyer, legal eagle, adjuration, admonishment and admonition.
How do you use "Counsel" in a sentence?
Examples of "Counsel" in a sentence: "if you cannot afford counsel, one will be provided for you"; "I suggest you take the teacher's counsel"; "the toy manufacturer hired a public relations counsel to do some damage control".
Is "Counsel" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Counsel" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Counsel"?
"Counsel" is pronounced /ˈkau̇n(t)-səl/ and divided into syllables as coun·sel.
What is the origin of the word "Counsel"?
"Counsel" comes from Middle English conseil, from Anglo-French cunseil, from Latin consilium, from consulere to consult. First known use: 13th century.
What is another word for "Counsel" meaning "a person whose profession is to conduct lawsuits for clients or to advise about legal rights and obligations"?
When "Counsel" (noun) means a person whose profession is to conduct lawsuits for clients or to advise about legal rights and obligations, synonyms include advocate, attorney, attorney-at-law, counselor, counselor-at-law and lawyer.