deliberation
(noun)
noun
1. (usually plural) discussion of all sides of a question
- the deliberations of the jury
Definition categories: communication, discussion, word
2. careful consideration
- a little deliberation would have deterred them
Similar word(s): advisement, weighing
Definition categories: thought, consideration
3. planning something carefully and intentionally
- it was the deliberation of his act that was insulting
Similar word(s): calculation
Definition categories: thought, planning, preparation, provision
4. a rate demonstrating an absence of haste or hurry
Similar word(s): deliberateness, slowness, unhurriedness
Definition categories: attribute, pace, rate
5. the trait of thoughtfulness in action or decision
- he was a man of judicial deliberation
Similar word(s): deliberateness
Definition categories: attribute, thoughtfulness