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Meaning
The word "advice" refers to guidance or recommendations offered with regard to prudent future action. It is often given by someone with more experience or knowledge in a particular area and is intended to help someone make a decision or solve a problem.
Synonyms
- Guidance
- Counsel
- Recommendation
- Suggestion
- Opinion
- Tip
Antonyms
- Disadvantage
- Obstruction
- Misguidance
- Misadvice
- Ill recommendation
Etymology
The word "advice" comes from the Old French term "avis" which means "opinion" and is derived from the Latin word "advisus"—a past participle of "advidere," meaning "to see to" or "to consider."
Examples
- I sought my teacher's advice before choosing a career path.
- It's always good to get a second opinion or some advice from a trusted friend.
- The advice given by the counselor helped her manage her stress effectively.
- He asked for my advice on how to improve his presentation skills.
- Sometimes, unsolicited advice can be more annoying than helpful.