consultational
Consultational is an adjective describing processes, practices, or communications conducted to obtain advice or opinions from others. It denotes activities that center on consultation and the integration of external or internal counsel into decision-making. In professional settings, consultational approaches emphasize gathering expertise, stakeholder input, and collaborative problem-solving rather than unilateral action. The term can apply to meetings, workflows, governance structures, or care and advisory models built around soliciting and incorporating advice.
Usage notes: Consultational is less common than consultative. Some writers use it interchangeably with consultative, while
Etymology: The word derives from the verb consult, via the noun consultatio meaning “a consultation.” The suffix
See also: consultative, consultation, consultant, advisory, governance, collaborative.