Pronunciation: /ˈkaʊn.səl/
noun advice or guidance, especially as solicited from a knowledgeable person
A1 I went to my school counselor for advice.
A2 The counselor helped me choose my classes for next semester.
B1 The legal counsel advised the client on their rights.
B2 The counselor provided guidance on how to improve communication in the workplace.
C1 The financial counselor recommended a diversified investment portfolio.
C2 The counselor's expertise in conflict resolution was highly sought after.
verb to give advice or guidance to someone
A1 I counseled my friend to take a break and relax.
A2 The teacher counseled the student on how to improve their grades.
B1 The therapist counseled the patient on coping mechanisms for anxiety.
B2 The lawyer counseled the client on their legal options.
C1 The financial advisor counseled the couple on their retirement savings.
C2 The mentor counseled the young entrepreneur on business strategies.
formal The lawyer provided legal counsel to the defendant.
informal I always seek my friend's counsel before making big decisions.
slang I got some good counsel from my buddy on how to ask her out.
figurative The wise old man's words of counsel guided me through tough times.
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