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advice Definition

ad·vice (ad vīs′, əd-)

noun

  1. opinion given as to what to do or how to handle a situation; counsel
  2. information or report diplomatic advices
  3. letter of advice

Etymology: ME avis < OFr < ML advisum < advisus, pp. of advidere < L ad-, at + videre, to look

advice Synonyms

advice

n.

guidance, counsel, recommendation, instruction(s), consultation, suggestion(s), preaching, information, admonition, exhortation, forewarning, warning, caution, a word to the wise, injunction, charge, lesson, directions, advocacy, opinion, recommendation regarding a course of action, advisement, encouragement, persuasion, dissuasion, prescription, urging, proposition, proposal, view, help, aid, judgment, word, input, pointer*, tip*.

advice Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • seek: Seeking professional advice at an early stage may help to secure the next deal.
  • give: I'm always happy to give advice to anyone who'd like to have a go.
  • provide: We are always there to provide advice, to guide you through more complex issues.
  • offer: He also offered advice on what could be done now.
  • obtain: You can request a pack, or obtain further advice by contacting the number on the right of this page.
  • receive: In most cases applicants were satisfied with the advice received from ACAS.

Preposition: on

aspect: For Businesses, South West Water offers free advice on all aspects of water efficiency.

Adjective modifier

  • legal: Legal advice should be sought in cases of doubt.
  • practical: Trusted, practical advice on your desktop ORDER TODAY!
  • impartial: Impartial advice about the most important decision of all, whether to keep the baby or have an abortion is often not available.
  • independent: In such circumstances, the union should advise any dissatisfied member who asks the union for legal assistance to seek independent legal advice.
  • medical: You have the right to ask for medical advice from a GP at any time.
  • professional: Seeking professional advice at an early stage may help to secure the next deal.

Modifies a noun

  • bureau: Ricochets from lawyer to doctor to social services to citizens advice bureau.
  • leaflet: They have a great range of pet advice leaflets which you can download in PDF format.

Noun used with modifier

  • expert: There is a list of people who can provide expert advice on selected topics.
  • career: Our highly experienced staff can offer you career advice, at no charge, on vacancies within the property industry.
  • specialist: A consultant may need to be called in for specialist advice.

Preposition: of

actuary: The pension charge is assessed in accordance with the advice of a qualified actuary using the projected unit method.

Preposition: from

solicitor: If you are unsure, get advice from a solicitor or your local Citizens Advice Bureau.