advised

ad-vised · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Acting in a manner that is considered wise or unwise.

  2. 2.

    Gave counsel or guidance to someone.

  3. 3.

    Informed or notified.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    well-advised — Prudent; wise.
  • •
    ill-advised — Unwise; poorly considered.
  • •
    you would be advised to — You should; it would be wise to.

Related words

See also: advice, advise, adviser, counseled
Synonyms: counseled, guided, recommended

Etymology

From Old French aviser ("to consider, advise"), from Latin advisare.