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Advisable: meaning, definitions and examples

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advisable

 

[ ədˈvaɪzəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general advice

Advisable refers to something that is recommended or considered to be wise to do. It indicates that a certain action or decision is prudent or beneficial in a given situation. When something is labeled as advisable, it suggests that it may help to avoid negative consequences or support a positive outcome. This word is often used in contexts where guidance or suggestion is provided.

Synonyms

beneficial, prudent, recommended, wise

Examples of usage

  • It's advisable to review your work before submitting it.
  • Considering the weather, it is advisable to take an umbrella.
  • For optimal health, it is advisable to maintain a balanced diet.

Translations

Translations of the word "advisable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aconselhável

🇮🇳 सलाहकार

🇩🇪 ratsam

🇮🇩 disarankan

🇺🇦 рекомендований

🇵🇱 zalecany

🇯🇵 勧められる

🇫🇷 conseillé

🇪🇸 aconsejable

🇹🇷 tavsiye edilen

🇰🇷 권장되는

🇸🇦 موصى به

🇨🇿 doporučený

🇸🇰 odporúčaný

🇨🇳 建议的

🇸🇮 priporočljiv

🇮🇸 ráðlegt

🇰🇿 кеңес беруге болатын

🇬🇪 შეთავაზებული

🇦🇿 məsləhət görülən

🇲🇽 aconsejable

Etymology

The term 'advisable' derives from the Middle English term 'avisable', which means 'considerate or thoughtful'. It is rooted in the Old French word 'avis', which translates to 'advice' or 'opinion', and stems from the Latin 'advisare', a frequentative form of 'advidere'. The components of the Latin term are 'ad-' meaning 'to' and 'videre' meaning 'to see', thus indicating the notion of giving consideration or thought to something. 'Advisable' has been used in English since the 15th century to indicate things that are worthy of advice. Over time, its usage has expanded in both formal and informal contexts, often emphasizing the importance of careful deliberation in decision-making.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,599 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.