as in considered
decided on as a result of careful thought
his advised use of the inflammatory term set off a firestorm, just as he had intended
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as in warned
to give advice to
a popular guidance counselor who has been advising students about their college plans for two decades
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as in suggested
to put (something) forward as one's choice for a wise or proper course of action
she advised calling ahead for a reservation at the new restaurant
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as in consulted
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
the doctor advised with his partner before recommending the patient's treatment
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as in informed
to give information to
advised her as to the best way to get to the art museum by public transportation
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as in alerted
to give notice to beforehand especially of danger or risk
advised us not to invest our money in what looked like a pyramid scheme
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Recent Examples of advised
Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 15 June 2022
Roughly 34 of those private wells contained lesser amounts of the chemicals, and 15 of the wells exceeded the advised health limit, just like the tap water at the town hall.
—Andrew Brown, courant.com, 7 Sep. 2021
Lesic advised job hunters to consider controlling any narrative out there written about them.
—Robin Ryan, Forbes, 15 June 2021
Fans of the core 10-year-old expression are well advised to seek out this new sherry cask-finished version, which opens up an entirely new world of flavors that build upon its familiar character.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 28 May 2021
This ill-advised law will cost taxpayers more money.
—Abbey Crain, al, 29 Oct. 2019
Giant rectangular screens on either side of the array also show advised speeds and directions to slow down.
—Michael Cabanatuan, San Francisco Chronicle, 12 Feb. 2018
PFOS has been detected in the area at a frequency more than 200 times an advised level in groundwater, the lawsuit said.
—Tiffany Kary, Bloomberg.com, 14 June 2017
Baseball, with its 81 home games, can offer a better deal, although public officials remain advised to count their fingers after shaking hands with an owner of any sports franchise.
—Michael Powell, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2017
Dawn Sawyer, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
People who have tummy tucks, for example, are advised to stay hunched over for two weeks after their procedures while the skin heals.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
She was advised not to discuss the proceeding at the event.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 8 Dec. 2024
Federal drug safety officials advised against viral honey packets containing potentially unregulated ingredients.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr., The Arizona Republic, 8 Dec. 2024
Refrain from lugging packages Carrying a few packages is OK, but lugging around several heavy packages is not advised.
—Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 8 Dec. 2024
People are advised to evacuate to higher ground or a tall building.
—Paul Rogers, The Mercury News, 8 Dec. 2024
In that case, people are advised to be alert and wait for more information.
—Paul Rogers, The Mercury News, 8 Dec. 2024
Katy Nastro, a spokesperson for the travel platform Going, advised researching typical travel costs in advance to distinguish genuine bargains.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 1 Dec. 2024
Adjective
The wind screens deflect a fair amount of wind (and rain), but Super 3 drivers are well advised to wear some form of eye protection.
—Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 15 June 2022
Roughly 34 of those private wells contained lesser amounts of the chemicals, and 15 of the wells exceeded the advised health limit, just like the tap water at the town hall.
—Andrew Brown, courant.com, 7 Sep. 2021
Lesic advised job hunters to consider controlling any narrative out there written about them.
—Robin Ryan, Forbes, 15 June 2021
Fans of the core 10-year-old expression are well advised to seek out this new sherry cask-finished version, which opens up an entirely new world of flavors that build upon its familiar character.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 28 May 2021
This ill-advised law will cost taxpayers more money.
—Abbey Crain, al, 29 Oct. 2019
Giant rectangular screens on either side of the array also show advised speeds and directions to slow down.
—Michael Cabanatuan, San Francisco Chronicle, 12 Feb. 2018
PFOS has been detected in the area at a frequency more than 200 times an advised level in groundwater, the lawsuit said.
—Tiffany Kary, Bloomberg.com, 14 June 2017
Baseball, with its 81 home games, can offer a better deal, although public officials remain advised to count their fingers after shaking hands with an owner of any sports franchise.
—Michael Powell, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2017
Verb
Residents are also advised not to follow behind people who have fallen into the ice, the chief said.
—Dawn Sawyer, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
People who have tummy tucks, for example, are advised to stay hunched over for two weeks after their procedures while the skin heals.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
She was advised not to discuss the proceeding at the event.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 8 Dec. 2024
Federal drug safety officials advised against viral honey packets containing potentially unregulated ingredients.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr., The Arizona Republic, 8 Dec. 2024
Refrain from lugging packages Carrying a few packages is OK, but lugging around several heavy packages is not advised.
—Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 8 Dec. 2024
People are advised to evacuate to higher ground or a tall building.
—Paul Rogers, The Mercury News, 8 Dec. 2024
In that case, people are advised to be alert and wait for more information.
—Paul Rogers, The Mercury News, 8 Dec. 2024
Katy Nastro, a spokesperson for the travel platform Going, advised researching typical travel costs in advance to distinguish genuine bargains.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 1 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advised
Adjective
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There’s something to be said about working that way, but the difference for Agents is that the songs were, in turn, more considered and fleshed out by the time they were brought to the band, even if those songs demanded more work afterward.Devon Ivie, Vulture, 26 Nov. 2024
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The early part of Wang’s new movie mirrors the intimacy on display in Apolonia, Apolonia, Lea Glob’s considered portrait of an artist.Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Nov. 2024
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Officials attribute the crisis to heavy rains and stagnant water, ideal breeding grounds for mosquitoes and warned last month that it cannot be controlled unless residents cooperate.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Customers were warned against eating the affected items and urged to return them for a refund at the point of purchase.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Police have not named a formal motive in the killing of Thompson—but have suggested Mangione had issues with the insurance industry.Molly Bohannon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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While its viability under New York law is unclear, prosecutors suggested Merchan could take an innovative approach.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Prosecutors failed to convene a News Media Review Committee that would normally be consulted in the process of investigations of leaks to members of the media and, in one of the investigations, failed to obtain approval from the director of national intelligence, according to the report.Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 10 Dec. 2024
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Harvard recently canceled plans to conduct an outdoor test flight in Sweden after facing opposition from Indigenous Saami leaders who said they weren’t consulted about the experiment.Justine Calma, The Verge, 9 Dec. 2024
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These changes were informed by 3-language surveys analyzing the preferences of more than 40 Eastern Europeans.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Employees at Maison Margiela were informed of the change Wednesday just ahead of the company Christmas party, which is sure to be bittersweet.Miles Socha, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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But the retreat was a calculated one, according to the Ukrainian Center for Defense Strategies.David Axe, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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His shocking testimony laid bare the extent of his calculated and prolonged betrayal.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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Sufficiently admonished, we’re set loose from the veranda of the Four Seasons Scottsdale and into the foothills of the Sonoran Desert.Jaclyn Trop, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 2024
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Explore the section Most recently, the California Coastal Commission has repeatedly admonished the company for performing unauthorized work on the pipeline in an attempt to ready the equipment for transporting oil.Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2024
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Specially formulated for thinning hair, this shampoo cleanser, recommended by dermatologist Candace Spann, MD, founder of ReTress, counts rosemary among its list of hair- and scalp-boosting ingredients, alongside ceramides and peptides.Lisa DeSantis, Glamour, 11 Dec. 2024
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To promote more diverse and nuanced depictions of Jewish Americans, the study recommended elevating Jewish characters whose stories often remain untold; being mindful of tropes that associate Jews with money or power; and giving voice to Jewish pride and joy.Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Advised.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advised. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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