expedient usually implies what is immediately advantageous without regard for ethics or consistent principles.
a politically expedient decision
politic stresses judiciousness and tactical value but usually implies some lack of candor or sincerity.
a politic show of interest
advisable applies to what is practical, prudent, or advantageous but lacks the derogatory implication of expedient and politic.
sometimes it's advisable to say nothing
Examples of advisable in a Sentence
My doctor said it was advisable for me to lose weight.
it's never advisable to ride double on a bicycle
Recent Examples on the WebKeeping accurate records of which datasets were used to train different models is advisable.—IEEE Spectrum, 21 May 2024 Private insurance that includes transportation to the U.S. or a nearby large city is advisable.—Pat Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2024 In a scenario where you’re being assessed by several individuals with varying tastes and style preferences, opting for a conservative approach is advisable.—Ebony Flake, Essence, 26 Apr. 2024 Modern medical facilities are available, but private insurance is advisable, including coverage for transportation.—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 18 Jan. 2024 See all Example Sentences for advisable
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