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Deliberating: meaning, definitions and examples

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deliberating

 

[ dɪˈlɪbəreɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

making a decision

Deliberating is the process of carefully considering and weighing options before making a decision. It involves thoughtful analysis and discussion to reach a conclusion.

Synonyms

considering, contemplating, pondering, reflecting

Examples of usage

  • After much deliberating, they finally decided to buy a new car.
  • She spent hours deliberating over which college to attend.
  • The jury is still deliberating on the verdict.
Context #2 | Verb

discussing thoroughly

Deliberating can also refer to discussing a topic thoroughly and in detail. It involves exchanging ideas and opinions to reach a consensus.

Synonyms

conversing, debating, discussing

Examples of usage

  • The committee spent hours deliberating on the proposed changes.
  • They were deliberating the best course of action to take.

Translations

Translations of the word "deliberating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 deliberando

🇮🇳 विचार-विमर्श करना

🇩🇪 überlegen

🇮🇩 mempertimbangkan

🇺🇦 обмірковуючи

🇵🇱 zastanawiając się

🇯🇵 熟考する

🇫🇷 délibérant

🇪🇸 deliberando

🇹🇷 düşünmek

🇰🇷 숙고하다

🇸🇦 التداول

🇨🇿 uvažovat

🇸🇰 uvažovať

🇨🇳 深思熟虑

🇸🇮 premišljujoč

🇮🇸 íhuga

🇰🇿 ойлану

🇬🇪 გადაწყვეტის მიღება

🇦🇿 fikir yürütmək

🇲🇽 deliberando

Etymology

The word 'deliberating' comes from the Latin word 'deliberatus', which means 'considered'. It has been used in English since the late 16th century. The concept of deliberation has been valued throughout history as a critical process in decision-making, governance, and philosophy.

See also: deliberately, deliberative.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,512, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.