counsel

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Synonyms: counsell

Antonyms: counsell

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Noun

1. The exchange of opinions and advice especially in legal issues; consultation.
2. Exercise of judgment; prudence.
3. Advice; guidance.
4. Deliberate purpose; design; intent; scheme; plan.
5. A lawyer, as in King's Counsel (KC) or Queen's Counsel (QC).

Verb

1. To give advice, especially professional advice, to (somebody).
   • The lawyer counselled his client to remain silent.
   • Psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other mental health professionals counsel clients.
2. To recommend (a course of action).
   • I would counsel prudence in this matter.

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