Meaning & use

advise

verb·Everyday

To offer suggestions or recommendations to someone about what they should do.

See it in a sentence

The lawyer advised her client to settle the case before it went to trial.

Please advise us as soon as possible if your plans change.

A note on using this word

Advise is a verb; the related noun is spelled advice, a distinction that trips up many learners.

Words with a similar meaning

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Another way to use it

2. verb

To officially inform someone of a fact, decision, or situation.

Passengers were advised that the flight would be delayed by two hours.

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