advice

noun

əd-ˈvīs How to pronounce advice (audio)
Definition of advicenext
1
as in guidance
an opinion suggesting a wise or proper course of action we got some good advice from the vet about dealing with our dog's habit of chasing cars

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2
as in information
usually advices plural a report of recent events or facts not previously known had advices that the city could hold out against an invasion force for at most a week

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of advice Below, a makeup pro shares advice on understanding the difference between lip contouring and lip lining, as well as tips for mastering each. — Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026 The Giants hired Washington in December as their infield coach, and reliable a source of unending advice to their first-time MLB manager, former TCU assistant coach Tony Vitello. — Mac Engel august 5, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Aug. 2026 Free advice could always be had from tavern keepers, clergymen, neighbors or parents. — Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026 Finally, a Heart Health Score uses blood pressure estimates to provide insights into your circulatory system and advice to improve. — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for advice
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advice
  1. guidance
  2. information
  3. recommendation
  4. announcement
  5. feedback
  6. info
  7. suggestion
  8. counsel
Noun
  • The retailer raised its full-year net sales growth guidance to about 5%, up by 1 percentage point.
    — Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026
  • L3Harris reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance across revenue, growth, and operating margin and other metrics.
    — Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of guidance
Noun
  • The Navy provides the Department of Energy with detailed information about which vessels are moving through and when.
    — David Goldman, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
  • According to information provided to the court, that witness is expected to testify about coercive interrogation techniques and how memory becomes less reliable over time.
    — Sasha Pezenik, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of information
Noun
  • At the recommendation of assistant director of player personnel Jason Stein, the Mets signed Yan to a two-year minor-league deal, an unusual contract for a healthy pitcher.
    — Will Sammon, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
  • And then there was a concern of fraud — particularly that these immigrants, even unknowingly, had paid for letters of recommendation.
    — Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of recommendation
Noun
  • The couple made the announcement in a post on Instagram on Monday.
    — Jack Guy, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Putting Peterson back in the rotation seems like the logical move, but Counsell wants to see how the rest of this White Sox series unfolds before making an announcement.
    — Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of announcement
Noun
  • Knopf knew that when REED Charitable’s first wave of 82 gave their districts that same feedback, the tipping point would come.
    — Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026
  • To reduce the size of a school zone, a public hearing must be held ensuring the community can provide feedback.
    — Ashley Portillo, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of feedback
Noun
  • The Salmonella Enteritidis Has Been Linked To Eggs The FDA has shelled out as well more info about the Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak infections that was first listed on the FDA website on June 10.
    — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • One of the most important pieces of info is knowing your credit card’s due date.
    — Ryley Amond, CNBC, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of info
Noun
  • Hotel Moraine's main food and drink offering is sharing great suggestions of where to dine off property (Nookie's and Eddie's at the Silver Sands Motel, and North Fork Table and Inn near Southold were my favorites).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Most recently, Ghana pushed for the situation in South Africa to be included in the agenda of an upcoming African Union meeting, a suggestion which was rejected by the continental body.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of suggestion
Noun
  • This is the third time Chauvin's counsel has filed for postconviction relief.
    — Riley Moser, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • The former general counsel settled for a $37,500 civil penalty without admitting or denying the allegations.
    — Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of counsel

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