Synonyms of deliberation

deliberation

noun

di-ˌli-bə-ˈrā-shən 

1

as in consideration

a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something

gave the matter full deliberation before reaching a decision

Synonyms & Similar Words

• consideration
• debate
• study
• thought
• account
• reflection
• contemplation
• advisement
• cogitation
• meditation
• hesitation
• introspection
• indecision
• rumination
• pondering
• premeditation
• agonizing

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disregard
• neglect
• short shrift

2

as in discussion

an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue

there was a great deal of deliberation among the representatives about the wording of the public statement

Synonyms & Similar Words

• discussion
• consultation
• debate
• consult
• conversation
• dialogue
• argumentation
• talk
• meeting
• conference
• back-and-forth
• argument
• give-and-take
• colloquy
• palaver
• counsel
• parley
• confabulation
• symposium
• council
• argy-bargy
• consultancy
• confab
• discourse
• negotiation
• forum
• seminar
• roundtable
• bargaining
• bull session
• disquisition
• chat room
• chat
• talkathon
• skull session
• rap
• words
• pourparler

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of deliberation

In August, after two days of deliberation, the jurors were deadlocked on all three counts. — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026

Before the jury began its deliberation, Justice Dewey said that her Christian character should be taken into consideration. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Aug. 2026

During deliberation, Commissioner Martinez openly agonized over Kissimmee’s dilemma. — Sara-James Ranta, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026

The jury returned its verdict after 17 minutes of deliberation, according to the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office. — Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Aug. 2026