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counseling

|coun-sel-ing|

/ˈkaʊn.səl.ɪŋ/

(counsel)

advice or guidance

Base Form	Plural	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle	Noun	Adjective
counsel	counsels	counsels	counseled	counseled	counseling	counselor	counseling

Etymology

Etymology Information

'counseling' originates from the Latin word 'consilium,' meaning 'advice' or 'consultation.'

Historical Evolution

'consilium' transformed into the Old French word 'conseil,' and eventually became the modern English word 'counseling.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'advice or consultation,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'professional guidance.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the provision of professional assistance and guidance in resolving personal or psychological problems.

She sought counseling to help her cope with the stress.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39