take under advisement
Promise to consider
Take under advisement is a formal phrase meaning to consider a matter carefully before making a decision.
It is used especially in legal and official contexts, where a judge might take a motion under advisement rather than ruling immediately.
Outside courtrooms, the phrase often carries a slightly dismissive or bureaucratic tone, suggesting the matter will be considered but not necessarily acted upon quickly: I'll take your suggestion under advisement.
- think overConsider at length
- sleep on itDelay deciding until tomorrow
- consultSeek expert guidance
- take into accountGive due consideration
- take into considerationThink about when deciding
defer · hold off · consider · adjudicate · evaluate · deliberation · scrutiny · judgment · table · verdict · assess · reflection · ponder · deposition · objection · weigh · think it through · analyze