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Synonyms

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; see origin at advise, -ed 2

Example Sentences

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Global investment firm Cambridge Associates advised limited partners to include multistage investing strategies as they invest in venture funds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

“While we have reviewed the email copies you provided regarding the citation reversal and memorandum of cost summary, please be advised that our department does not currently accept electronic filing services.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

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

National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett advised Trump on the potential impact on the U.S. economy, according to a senior administration official.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

Because I wouldn’t talk, he advised my parents to get me into therapy right away.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh

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