A person who is a member of a council or advisory body
Examples:
The councilor advocated for the new park proposal.She was elected as the youngest councilor in city history.As a councilor, he worked on affordable housing policies.
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Counselor
/ˈkaʊns(ə)lə/
A person who gives advice or guidance, often in a professional setting, such as legal advice or mental health support.
Examples:
The counselor advised me on career options.She became a trusted counselor to many students.The summer camp hires experienced counselors.
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Ways to tell them apart:
A counselor is someone who gives advice, like a mental health therapist; a councilor is a member of a council, like a city council.
Remember that a counselor counsels people, usually in private settings, while a councilor operates in a public or governmental arena.
Both words have the root counsel, but in counselor, it relates to advice and guidance, whereas, in councilor, it relates to governance.