Definition

The act of thinking carefully about something before making a decision or taking action.

Example

The committee will take your proposal under advisement before making a decision.

Conversation

Have you submitted your project proposal yet?

Not yet, I’m still taking it under advisement.

That makes sense; it's good to think it through carefully.

Exactly! I want to make sure it’s well thought out before I send it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Advisement → It is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "visere" (meaning to see or consider), combined with the suffix "-ment" (indicating the action or result of a process). The word "advisement" refers to the process of considering or reflecting on something before making a decision.

Memory Tip

Think of 'to see' or 'consider' ('visere') when you think of 'advisement' — it’s about taking the time to think things over before deciding.

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