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How is the word advisable distinct from other similar adjectives?

The words expedient and politic are common synonyms of advisable. While all three words mean "dictated by practical or prudent motives," advisable applies to what is practical, prudent, or advantageous but lacks the derogatory implication of expedient and politic.

sometimes it's advisable to say nothing

When is expedient a more appropriate choice than advisable?

The words expedient and advisable can be used in similar contexts, but expedient usually implies what is immediately advantageous without regard for ethics or consistent principles.

a politically expedient decision

In what contexts can politic take the place of advisable?

The meanings of politic and advisable largely overlap; however, politic stresses judiciousness and tactical value but usually implies some lack of candor or sincerity.

a politic show of interest

Examples of advisable in a Sentence

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Recent Examples on the Web Since most refrigerators hover around 38-40 degrees Fahrenheit, storing potatoes in the refrigerator is not advisable, says Russo. Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2024 Other minerals like iron may cause nausea if taken on an empty stomach, so adding your multivitamin to a meal is advisable. Allison Knott, Ms, Rdn, Cssd, Health, 26 Sep. 2024 But Singapore’s driving conditions are such that this just isn’t advisable. Rob Reed, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024 Collaborating with a consulting company that can guide the implementation process based on the company’s specific needs is advisable. Adrian Stelmach, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for advisable 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advisable
Adjective
  • This commitment to financial discipline and a corporate culture of creativity, innovation, smart experimentation and prudent risk taking is the key to unlocking a firm’s full potential, regardless of size.
    Jeffrey Bartel, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • So rather than just hand it out to whoever asks, prudent people do some research, then decide where their money would be most effective.
    Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2024
Adjective
  • Historically, land in desirable locations has appreciated faster than the costs of building materials.
    Danny Kattan, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
  • The group argues that rent control can lead to shadow markets, where wealthy renters benefit from artificially low rents in highly desirable areas, limiting access for those truly in need.
    Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 16 Oct. 2024
Adjective
  • No one’s ever asked the kids up in the Grading The Week offices to help them with their taxes, but those wise apples sure know how to work a calculator.
    Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 9 Nov. 2024
  • Educating employees—especially those in finance roles—about the risks of fraudulent invoices and how to verify payment requests would be wise for organizations to prioritize in light of novel cyberattacks like this.
    Lars Daniel, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • Returning to school as quickly as possible, with appropriate support, and getting light exercise that doesn’t pose a head injury risk are important first steps in concussion recovery, and in line with the latest research.
    Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
  • The Trust continues to focus on maintaining its investment objective of tracking the Bitwise 10 Large Cap Crypto Index as closely as possible.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024

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“Advisable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advisable. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.

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