advisory
n. · adj.-
1 official warning (n.) B2 Upper Intermediate American Englishan official announcement that warns people about a problem, like bad weather or a travel risk.
an official announcement or report issued by an authority to provide information or warning about a specific hazard.
ExampleThe government issued a travel advisory because of the heavy snowstorm.
ExampleThe National Weather Service issued a dense fog advisory for the coastal counties, urging motorists to exercise extreme caution during the morning commute.
Usageoften used with specific modifiers like 'weather', 'travel', or 'security'
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2 giving advice (adj.) B2 Upper Intermediate Formalhaving the power or duty to give advice rather than making final decisions.
having the power or function of giving advice; recommendatory rather than executive or mandatory.
ExampleShe has an advisory role on the committee but she cannot vote.
ExampleThe board established an advisory council to provide expert guidance on environmental policy without granting them formal legislative power.
Usageusually precedes the noun it modifies
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3 containing advice (adj.) C1 Advanced Formaldescribing a document or message that gives suggestions or warnings.
containing or consisting of advice or warnings.
ExampleThe bank sent an advisory letter to all customers about the new security rules.
ExampleThe department released an advisory memorandum detailing the potential risks associated with the new software update.
From advise + -ory.