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Counsel

noun
/ˈkaʊn.səl/
Word Frequency: 11.3

Definitions

1.nounThe exchange of opinions and advice especially in legal issues; consultation.
2.nounExercise of judgment; prudence.
3.nounAdvice; guidance.
4.nounDeliberate purpose; design; intent; scheme; plan.
5.nounA secret opinion or purpose; a private matter.
6.nounA lawyer, as in Queen's Counsel (QC).
7.verbTo give advice, especially professional advice, to (somebody).
"Psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other mental health professionals counsel clients."
8.verbTo recommend (a course of action).
"I would counsel prudence in this matter."

Synonyms

counselorcounselloradviseadvocateguidancedirectioncounselor-at-lawconsultantconsultancyadvisoradviseradvisory

Rhymes With

privy councilcity councilworks councilcounselllegislative councilexecutive councileconomic and social councilworld council
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