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Definition advise in British English

advise verb

[intransitive/transitive] verb
/ədˈvaɪz/
1

to give your opinion to someone about the best thing to do in a particular situation

Example

I'm afraid I'm not able to advise you.

Example

Her doctor advised her to rest.

Example

Students are advised to read all the questions carefully.

Example

Police are advising the public against travelling in the fog.

Example

The bank advised us that we should increase our insurance cover.

Example

Experts advise that sunscreen should be reapplied on an hourly basis.

Example

I strongly advise you to reject the offer.

Synonyms and related words
advise recommend counsel
1.1

to give people advice, especially as your job

Example

Our team of legal experts will be pleased to help and advise you.

Example

His job is to advise the government on public health issues.

Example

She advises clients where to invest their money.

Example

He was called in to advise on the use of computers in the classroom.

Synonyms and related words
advise recommend counsel
2

to tell someone facts or information that they need to know

Example

The committee will advise all applicants of its decision by 30 June.

Example

The letter advised that the time of the meeting had changed.

Synonyms and related words
tell deliver report
Definition advise in British English