Main Entry:

ad·vise

Pronunciation:

\əd-ˈvīz\

Function:

verb

Inflected Form(s):

ad·vised; ad·vis·ing

Etymology:

Middle English, to look at, consider, advise, from Anglo-French aviser, from avis

Date:

14th century

transitive verb1 a: to give advice to : counsel <advise her to try a drier climate> b: caution, warn <advise them of the consequences> c: recommend <advise prudence>2: to give information or notice to : inform <advise them of their rights>intransitive verb1: to give advice <advise on legal matters>2: to take counsel : consult <advise with friends>

— ad·vis·er also ad·vi·sor \-ˈvī-zər\ noun