advised
Advised (adj) means Carefully thought through; the result of deliberation. Example: “It was a well-advised decision to wait for more test results.”
How to use advised
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither "thought out carefully" (as in well-advised) or "informed" (as in keep someone advised).
Word forms
more advised comparative, most advised superlative
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It was a well-_____ decision to wait for more test results.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “advised” mean?
The word “advised” means carefully thought through; the result of deliberation. In plain terms, either "thought out carefully" (as in well-advised) or "informed" (as in keep someone advised).
How do you pronounce “advised”?
“Advised” is pronounced uhd-VYZD (/ədˈvaɪzd/ in IPA).
How do you use “advised” in a sentence?
Here is “advised” used in a sentence: “It was a well-advised decision to wait for more test results.”
What part of speech is “advised”?
“Advised” is an adjective.
Is “advised” a common word?
“Advised” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “advised” have?
“Advised” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: carefully thought through; the result of deliberation.
What is the difference between "advised" and "advisable"?
"Advised" describes something carefully thought through, as in "a well-advised decision," or means informed of something, as in "please be advised." "Advisable" means recommended or sensible to do, as in "it is advisable to book early," so it points to what should be done rather than to careful thought or notification.