Meaning & use

counselled

verb·Academic

Gave advice or guidance, especially in a professional or supportive setting; British spelling of counseled.

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The therapist counselled the couple through several difficult conversations about money.

A mentor counselled her to take the internship rather than the higher-paying job.

A note on using this word

British English doubles the 'l' (counselled), while American English generally uses a single 'l' (counseled).

Words with a similar meaning

advisedguided

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