as in considered
decided on as a result of careful thought
his advised use of the inflammatory term set off a firestorm, just as he had intended
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1
as in warned
to give advice to
a popular guidance counselor who has been advising students about their college plans for two decades
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as in suggested
to put (something) forward as one's choice for a wise or proper course of action
she advised calling ahead for a reservation at the new restaurant
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as in consulted
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
the doctor advised with his partner before recommending the patient's treatment
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as in informed
to give information to
advised her as to the best way to get to the art museum by public transportation
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as in alerted
to give notice to beforehand especially of danger or risk
advised us not to invest our money in what looked like a pyramid scheme
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Recent Examples of advised
Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 15 June 2022
Roughly 34 of those private wells contained lesser amounts of the chemicals, and 15 of the wells exceeded the advised health limit, just like the tap water at the town hall.
—Andrew Brown, courant.com, 7 Sep. 2021
Lesic advised job hunters to consider controlling any narrative out there written about them.
—Robin Ryan, Forbes, 15 June 2021
Fans of the core 10-year-old expression are well advised to seek out this new sherry cask-finished version, which opens up an entirely new world of flavors that build upon its familiar character.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 28 May 2021
This ill-advised law will cost taxpayers more money.
—Abbey Crain, al, 29 Oct. 2019
Giant rectangular screens on either side of the array also show advised speeds and directions to slow down.
—Michael Cabanatuan, San Francisco Chronicle, 12 Feb. 2018
PFOS has been detected in the area at a frequency more than 200 times an advised level in groundwater, the lawsuit said.
—Tiffany Kary, Bloomberg.com, 14 June 2017
Baseball, with its 81 home games, can offer a better deal, although public officials remain advised to count their fingers after shaking hands with an owner of any sports franchise.
—Michael Powell, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2017
Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
Other responses to the post advised the OP to seek counseling to help work through her emotions about the situation — and maybe even help foster reconnection with her husband’s family.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 1 Nov. 2025
Drivers were urged to use extra caution, while residents were advised to secure outdoor objects, including holiday decorations.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
The inspector advised a bump up to 200 parts per million, which is twice the usual concentration.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Earlier this year, the firm advised Robert Cohen and the Colorado Women’s Soccer Coalition on securing rights to operate a new franchise in Denver.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Anyone who may have eaten the jerky and is concerned about a possible injury should contact a healthcare provider, the USDA advised.
—Jani Hall, Health, 27 Oct. 2025
Springer advised his teammates simply to be themselves.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Those who live near Mount Tamalpais and other areas of the North Bay where rain typically falls hard were advised to prepare for at least an inch.
—Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
The wind screens deflect a fair amount of wind (and rain), but Super 3 drivers are well advised to wear some form of eye protection.
—Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 15 June 2022
Roughly 34 of those private wells contained lesser amounts of the chemicals, and 15 of the wells exceeded the advised health limit, just like the tap water at the town hall.
—Andrew Brown, courant.com, 7 Sep. 2021
Lesic advised job hunters to consider controlling any narrative out there written about them.
—Robin Ryan, Forbes, 15 June 2021
Fans of the core 10-year-old expression are well advised to seek out this new sherry cask-finished version, which opens up an entirely new world of flavors that build upon its familiar character.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 28 May 2021
This ill-advised law will cost taxpayers more money.
—Abbey Crain, al, 29 Oct. 2019
Giant rectangular screens on either side of the array also show advised speeds and directions to slow down.
—Michael Cabanatuan, San Francisco Chronicle, 12 Feb. 2018
PFOS has been detected in the area at a frequency more than 200 times an advised level in groundwater, the lawsuit said.
—Tiffany Kary, Bloomberg.com, 14 June 2017
Baseball, with its 81 home games, can offer a better deal, although public officials remain advised to count their fingers after shaking hands with an owner of any sports franchise.
—Michael Powell, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2017
Verb
Experts advised planning for this change two weeks ago by shifting your sleeping schedule a bit each night.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
Other responses to the post advised the OP to seek counseling to help work through her emotions about the situation — and maybe even help foster reconnection with her husband’s family.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 1 Nov. 2025
Drivers were urged to use extra caution, while residents were advised to secure outdoor objects, including holiday decorations.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
The inspector advised a bump up to 200 parts per million, which is twice the usual concentration.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Earlier this year, the firm advised Robert Cohen and the Colorado Women’s Soccer Coalition on securing rights to operate a new franchise in Denver.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Anyone who may have eaten the jerky and is concerned about a possible injury should contact a healthcare provider, the USDA advised.
—Jani Hall, Health, 27 Oct. 2025
Springer advised his teammates simply to be themselves.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Those who live near Mount Tamalpais and other areas of the North Bay where rain typically falls hard were advised to prepare for at least an inch.
—Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advised
Adjective
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Maybe the slower, more considered pace of life is exactly what is required to create a more sustainable place, and a more sustainable future.—
Emma John,
AFAR Media,
20 Aug. 2025
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At a time where equality is treated as an imposition on the other, Claire’s careful and considered story feels more relevant than ever.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Of course, a good number of researchers and critics have warned of the dangers of using AI in these consequential domains.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Climate scientists have repeatedly warned that a substantial reduction in fossil fuel use will be necessary to curb global heating, with the burning of coal, oil and gas identified as the chief driver of the climate crisis.—
Sam Meredith,Dan Murphy,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Some scholars suggested Trump may be referring to testing weapons delivery systems, not the warheads themselves.—
Semafor Events,
semafor.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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Asked on Sunday why more Americans feel this way about Democrats than the president -- even amidst the East Wing demolitions or a White House Halloween party hosted during the shutdown -- Martin suggested Republicans were in hotter water and disapproved of by Americans more.—
Brittany Shepherd,
ABC News,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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According to Ortiz, the Fionna and Cake series creators consulted with them on how to best represent Hunter's identity — which is how the character ended up with visible top surgery scars.—
James Factora,
Them.,
7 Nov. 2025
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The two news organizations consulted with each other and shared information but produced their own reports.—
David Smiley,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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For a writer of a book that’s politically informed and deals with culture and history, this creates a big problem.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Nov. 2025
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McDaniel said owner Stephen Ross informed him of Chris Grier’s exit as general manager last Friday.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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California detectives alerted Miami Gardens Police, and law enforcement from several agencies began assembling to arrest Clayton.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
5 Nov. 2025
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Jeff Kahrs was alerted to a shoplifting in progress, the Slidell Police Department said.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Kara opposes this hate group, fighting the calculated acts of disinformation, intolerance, and bigotry.—
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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The Ivy League graduate and former high school valedictorian has since become a polarizing public figure, viewed by some as a vigilante and others as a cold and calculated murderer.—
Chris Spargo,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The class begins with incarcerated people being taught general knowledge of the industry.—
Sydney Sasser,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Aug. 2025
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Tyx has lived in the Kansas City area for four years and previously taught middle school Spanish.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Advised.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advised. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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