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advises

v.
A2 Elementary US //ædˈvaɪzɪz// UK //ɐdvˈaɪzɪz// ad·vis·es

v. to give someone helpful suggestions about what they should do. You advise a friend when they need guidance on a decision.

v. to offer a recommendation or professional opinion regarding a course of action. Transitive; typically takes a direct object or a clause introduced by 'that'.


SIMPLE

The doctor advises patients to rest.

CONTEXTUAL

My teacher advises me to read more books before the exam starts next week.

COMPLEX

Legal counsel advises the board to delay the merger until regulatory approvals are secured, citing potential antitrust concerns.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and often followed by an object and an infinitive ('advise someone to do something') or a 'that' clause.

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