Deliberative: meaning, definitions and examples

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deliberative

 

[ dɪˈlɪbərətɪv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in decision-making

Relating to or intended for consideration or discussion in the process of making a decision.

Synonyms

considerative, reflective, thoughtful

Examples of usage

  • The deliberative process involves weighing different options before reaching a conclusion.
  • The committee held a deliberative meeting to discuss the proposed changes.
Context #2 | Adjective

in speech

Characterized by or resulting from careful consideration and discussion.

Synonyms

discursive, reflective, thoughtful

Examples of usage

  • His speech was highly deliberative, taking into account all possible consequences.
  • The deliberative tone of the conversation led to a constructive exchange of ideas.

Translations

Translations of the word "deliberative" in other languages:

🇵🇹 deliberativo

🇮🇳 विचारशील

🇩🇪 beratend

🇮🇩 deliberatif

🇺🇦 дорадчий

🇵🇱 dyskusyjny

🇯🇵 審議的

🇫🇷 délibératif

🇪🇸 deliberativo

🇹🇷 müzakereci

🇰🇷 심의하는

🇸🇦 تشاوري

🇨🇿 deliberativní

🇸🇰 deliberatívny

🇨🇳 审议的

🇸🇮 posvetovalni

🇮🇸 ráðgefandi

🇰🇿 кеңесуші

🇬🇪 საკონსულტაციო

🇦🇿 məsləhətçi

🇲🇽 deliberativo

Word origin

The word 'deliberative' originated from the Latin word 'deliberativus', which is derived from the verb 'deliberare' meaning 'to consider carefully'. The concept of deliberation has been an essential part of decision-making processes throughout history, especially in political and philosophical contexts. The term has evolved to encompass both the act of deliberating and the characteristics associated with thoughtful consideration and discussion.

See also: deliberately, deliberating.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,738, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.