Counsel

/ˈkaʊnsel/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Advice or recommendations regarding prudent future actions.

She sought the counsel of her closest friends before making the decision.

The act of giving advice or guidance.

His counsel was invaluable during the negotiations.

A lawyer or group of lawyers giving legal advice and representing a client.

The defendant was represented by legal counsel throughout the trial.

verb

To give advice to someone.

The teacher counseled the student on how to improve her grades.

To recommend or advise a course of action.

They counseled against rushing into a decision.

From Old French 'conseil', from Latin 'consilium' meaning 'advise, advice'.

legal counsel

Advice or representation from a lawyer.

counsel of perfection

Counsel that suggests the best possible action, often impractical.

take counsel

To seek advice or discuss an issue with someone.

counselor

A person who gives advice or guidance.

consult

To seek information or advice from someone.

consultation

A meeting to discuss something or seek advice.

Advice or tips from friends.

He was looking for some counsel from the squad before making the big decision.

A group of friends providing informal guidance.

We had a group counsel about our plans for the weekend.