Deliberation Common

(usually plural) discussion of all sides of a question

"the deliberations of the jury"

careful consideration

"a little deliberation would have deterred them"

planning something carefully and intentionally

"it was the deliberation of his act that was insulting"

a rate demonstrating an absence of haste or hurry

"The architect's deliberate deliberation in selecting each material ensured that no detail was rushed, even though the project deadline loomed close."

the trait of thoughtfulness in action or decision

"he was a man of judicial deliberation"

The act of deliberating, or of weighing and examining the reasons for and against a choice or measure; careful consideration; mature reflection.

"After hours of intense deliberation regarding the new budget proposal, the committee finally reached a unanimous decision."