Deliberativeness

/dɪˌlɪbərətɪvnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being deliberative; the characteristic of involving or requiring careful consideration and discussion.

Etymology

From 'deliberative' + '-ness' suffix. A double-derived word: Latin 'deliberare' → 'deliberative' → 'deliberativeness'.

Kelly Says

The 'deliberativeness' of the Supreme Court's process (taking months to decide cases) is actually a feature, not a bug—it's designed to force careful thinking instead of quick, reactive decisions!

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