Counsel and Discourage

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Counsel verb - To exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem.

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Discourage is an antonym for counsel in give advice topic.

Discourage verb - To lessen the courage or confidence of.

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Counsel is an antonym for discourage.

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