advisement
|ad-vise-ment|
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/ədˈvaɪzmənt/
careful consideration
Etymology
Etymology Information
'advisement' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'avisement,' where 'aviser' meant 'to consider or reflect.'
Historical Evolution
'avisement' changed from the Old French word 'avisement' and eventually became the modern English word 'advisement'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'consideration or reflection,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of considering or deliberating something carefully.
The committee took the proposal under advisement before making a decision.
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Last updated: 2025/05/16 03:51
