deliberation
Deliberation (noun) means Careful thought and discussion before making a decision. Example: “After much deliberation, the committee approved the new policy.”
How to use deliberation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe careful thinking or discussing that happens before reaching a decision.
Word forms
deliberations plural
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After much _____, the committee approved the new policy.
Etymology
From Middle English deliberacioun, from Old French deliberation, from Latin deliberātiō. Morphologically deliberate + -ion.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “deliberation” mean?
The word “deliberation” means careful thought and discussion before making a decision. In plain terms, the careful thinking or discussing that happens before reaching a decision.
How do you pronounce “deliberation”?
“Deliberation” is pronounced dih-lih-buh-RAY-shuhn (/dɪˌlɪbəˈɹeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “deliberation” in a sentence?
Here is “deliberation” used in a sentence: “After much deliberation, the committee approved the new policy.”
What part of speech is “deliberation”?
“Deliberation” is a noun.
Is “deliberation” a common word?
“Deliberation” is an uncommon word in modern English.