advisable

American  

[ad-vahy-zuh-buhl] / ædˈvaɪ zə bəl /

adjective

1. proper to be suggested or recommended; desirable or wise, as a course of action.

   Is it advisable for me to write to him?

   Synonyms:

   judicious, sensible, prudent, suitable, fit, proper, politic, expedient

2. open to or desirous of advice.

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advisable British  

/ ədˈvaɪzəbəl /

adjective

1. worthy of recommendation; prudent; sensible

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Other Word Forms

• advisability noun
• advisableness noun
• advisably adverb
• preadvisable adjective
• unadvisable adjective
• unadvisableness noun
• unadvisably adverb

Etymology

Origin of advisable

First recorded in 1640–50; advise + -able

Example Sentences

In one letter, Ames wrote that “due to local political cross currents, it was advisable that all plans be filed locally.”

From Los Angeles Times

It would not be advisable to sell short either Leonard Leo or this Teneo Network, whatever the hell it is.

From Salon

Sure, it's fair to criticize how Johansson's lawsuit arguably ignores that we remain in a pandemic, and a theater-exclusive release may not have been advisable for public health concerns.

From Salon

“The person being accused also has personal weaknesses and it is therefore advisable not to proceed to a media lynching or on social networks,” he said.

From Washington Times

Even when MAT is done as an outpatient treatment, it’s advisable for the individual to be under supervision in a recovery center setting all day during their detox period for emotional and physical support.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• desirable
• prudent