Synonyms for

Advice

Verb / æˈdvaɪs / / ʌˈdvaɪs / Another word for advice — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Advice is an opinion or suggestion about what someone should do in a particular situation.

Synonyms & similar words

guidance recommendation counsel direction tip suggestion help hint pointer instruction information wisdom knowledge opinion admonition warning caution tip-off clue notice

Synonyms by register

Formal

recommendation guidance counsel suggestion

Informal

tip nudge heads-up pointer

Literary

exhortation admonition

Antonyms

ignorance disregard obstinacy stubbornness unresponsiveness

Common collocations

  • take advice
  • give advice
  • seek advice
  • follow advice
  • offer advice
  • piece of advice
  • good advice
  • bad advice

Word family

noun advice
verb advise
adjective advisory

Usage note

Advice is an uncountable noun; it does not have a plural form. Use 'a piece of advice' for a single instance.

Example sentences

  1. I need some advice on what to wear to the party.
  2. My dad always gives me good advice.
  3. She ignored her doctors advice and didnt take her medicine.
  4. Im going to ask my teacher for some advice on how to study for the test.
  5. My friend gave me some great advice about how to save money.

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