adjective
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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People have been advised to stay in the lower levels of their homes, avoid windows, watch for falling debris and tree limbs, and use caution if they want to drive.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026
At the height of the Vietnam War, Sen. George Aiken famously advised President Lyndon B. Johnson to “declare victory and go home.”
From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026
Asked about his medical condition, the report said, "Woods advised he's had seven back surgeries and over 20 operations on his leg... Woods advised he has a limp and his ankle seizes while walking."
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
Drivers have been advised to set off early in the morning, as congestion is likely to be at its worst from 10:00 BST each day between Thursday and Saturday, and on Easter Monday.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
When Eisman asked exactly what Harding Advisory advised, Wing Chau explained that he was a CDO manager.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
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