consultation
From Latin 'consultatio', from 'consultare', meaning to deliberate.
NOUN
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[/ˌkɒn.sʌlˈteɪ.ʃən/en-US]
consulta
literal
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conferencia
formal
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discusión
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reunión
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concepto de consulta
untranslatable
(The English term 'consultation' encompasses a broader context than just a meeting or discussion, particularly in professional and medical fields.)
Antonyms
disregard
A formal meeting or discussion, typically held to seek advice, opinions, or information from an expert or professional, or to deliberate on a particular matter. The term consultation is widely used across various professional fields, such as medicine (e.g., a patient meeting a doctor), law, business, and government, where specialized knowledge or diverse viewpoints are shared or sought before making decisions. It encompasses not just the act of meeting, but also the process of seeking and receiving expert advice.
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- The patient scheduled a consultation with the specialist to discuss her treatment options. — This example shows a medical context where a patient seeks expert advice.
- After much consultation with various stakeholders, the committee reached a decision on the new policy. — This demonstrates a formal discussion or deliberation process.
- He offers free initial consultations for new clients interested in financial planning. — This highlights a business context where professional advice is offered.
- The architect held a consultation with the client to finalize the building plans. — This shows a professional meeting to discuss and agree on plans.