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advised

American  
[ad-vahyzd] / ædˈvaɪzd /

adjective

  1. considered (usually used in combination).

    ill-advised; well-advised.

  2. informed; apprised.

    The president was kept thoroughly advised.
advised British  
/ ədˈvaɪzd, ədˈvaɪzɪdlɪ /

adjective

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

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Other Word Forms

  • advisedly adverb
  • advisedness noun

Etymology

Origin of advised

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

Example Sentences

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Sandy doesn't know who the rider was, but she does know he was under 16 and has been advised there is little chance of her getting financial redress from him.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Gemini advised Gavalas to leave letters and videos for his family explaining that he’s found a new purpose.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

Bus Éireann said it would try to serve Dublin Airport passengers where possible, while people travelling to Shannon and Dublin Airports are advised to allow extra time.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Caravello stood by his actions that day but advised others to be deliberate.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

“If I were you,” Eilonwy advised the puzzled bard, “I should listen to him. Usually, that’s not a wise thing to do. But the circumstances are a little different now.”

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander

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