Definition

A person who is receiving guidance or support from a counselor.

Example

The counselee felt more confident after their sessions with the therapist.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about being a counselee?

I haven't, but it sounds interesting to get support from someone.

Yeah, I think it could really help people sort out their feelings.

Definitely! Everyone could use someone to talk to sometimes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Counselee is formed from "counsel" (from Old French *conseil*, meaning advice or consultation) and "-ee" (a suffix used to indicate a person who is the recipient of an action). The word "counselee" refers to a person who receives advice or guidance, particularly in a counseling context.

Memory Tip

Think of someone receiving 'advice' ('counsel') — the '-ee' indicates that this person is the one being advised. This helps you remember that a counselee is someone who is being counseled.

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