deliberation
/dɪˌlɪbəˈreɪʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #6447 in the learning path
仔细考虑；商议
Definitions
n. Careful thought or discussion before making a decision.
仔细考虑；商议
n. A slow, careful, and intentional way of doing something.
从容审慎；不慌不忙
Example
After much deliberation, we chose the smaller apartment.
经过反复考虑，我们选择了那套较小的公寓。
Decisions about major transport projects require careful deliberation because their effects can last for decades.
重大交通项目的决策需要慎重考虑，因为其影响可能持续数十年。
Collocations
- after much deliberation
- careful deliberation
- with deliberation
Word family
- deliberate (v.)
- deliberate (adj.)
- deliberately (adv.)
Synonyms
- consideration
- reflection
Usage tip
表商议过程可用复数deliberations；勿一律译为故意。
FAQ
- What does deliberation mean?
- Careful thought or discussion before making a decision. A slow, careful, and intentional way of doing something.
- How is deliberation pronounced?
- UK /dɪˌlɪbəˈreɪʃən/, US /dɪˌlɪbəˈreɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
