advised

[ ad-vahyzd ]

adjective

1. considered (usually used in combination):

   ill-advised; well-advised.

2. informed; apprised:

   The president was kept thoroughly advised.

advised

/ ədˈvaɪzd; ədˈvaɪzɪdlɪ /

adjective

1. resulting from deliberation See also ill-advised well-advised

Derived Forms

• advisedly, adverb

Other Words From

• ad·vis·ed·ness [ad-, vahy, -zid-nis], noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of advised¹

A Middle English word dating back to 1275–1325; advise, -ed ²

Example Sentences

“The goal should be changing behavior,” says Jay Jordan, a longtime criminal justice reform activist who spent 7½ years in prison and advised the Proposition 6 campaign.

From Los Angeles Times

It has emerged over the years that staff members from “The Tonight Show” consulted with a magician, James Randi, who advised them on how to prepare the props to stymie him.

From New York Times

Most schools have been shut and people have been advised to stay indoors - though those whose livelihoods depend on working outdoors can’t afford to do so.

From BBC

Those who have purchased the carrots are advised to not to consume them and instead, should throw them away.

From Salon

It advised her she would have to make up the difference in the cost herself or accept moving Betty to a new care home, Mrs Crisp added.

From BBC

Related Words

• considered