What does deliberation mean?
Deliberation means The act of deliberating, or of weighing and examining the reasons for and against a choice or measure; careful consideration; mature reflection..
Deliberation
/dɪˌlɪbəˈɹeɪʃən/ · noun
Meaning
The act of deliberating, or of weighing and examining the reasons for and against a choice or measure; careful consideration; mature reflection..
Definitions by Sense
- The act of deliberating, or of weighing and examining the reasons for and against a choice or measure; careful consideration; mature reflection.
- Careful discussion and examination of the reasons for and against a measure.
Example Sentences
The oftener the measure is brought under examination, the greater the diversity in the situations of those who are to examine it, the less must be the danger of those errors which flow from want of due deliberation, or of those missteps which proceed from the contagion of some common passion or interest.
the deliberations of a legislative body or council
Synonyms for deliberation
Antonyms for deliberation
Related Words
Word Forms
- deliberations
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for deliberation?
Common synonyms include cogitation, contemplation, deliberation, mulling.
What is the opposite of deliberation?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use deliberation in a sentence?
The oftener the measure is brought under examination, the greater the diversity in the situations of those who are to examine it, the less must be the danger of those errors which flow from want of due deliberation, or of those missteps which proceed from the contagion of some common passion or interest.
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