Basic Details
Word: Advise
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To give someone suggestions or guidance on what to do.
Synonyms: Recommend, counsel, suggest
Antonyms: Discourage, mislead
Idioms and Phrases
- Take my advice: Used when giving someone your suggestion. Example: "If you're not sure about the test, take my advice and study tonight."
- Advise against: To recommend not doing something. Example: "I would advise against walking alone at night."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The teacher advised the students to review their notes before the exam.
Example 2: My parents always advise me to eat healthy foods to stay fit.
Example 3: The coach advised the team to practise more in order to improve their skills.
Fun Fact
The word "advise" comes from the Old French word "aviser," which means "to consider" or "to view." It has been used in the English language since the 14th century.
Famous Quote
"The best way to predict the future is to create it." - Peter Drucker, often considered to advise people on taking charge of their own futures.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "advise" mean?
a) To ignore someone
b) To give suggestions or guidance
c) To argue with someone
d) To listen carefully
Answer: b) To give suggestions or guidance
2. Which of these is a synonym of "advise"?
a) Celebrate
b) Recommend
c) Destroy
d) Act
Answer: b) Recommend
3. Which sentence uses "advise" correctly?
a) I advise to go swimming on a rainy day.
b) She advises him to try his best in the competition.
c) He advises her cookies to bake.
d) They advise taking a nap in the morning.
Answer: b) She advises him to try his best in the competition.
4. Which idiom means to give a recommendation?
a) Take my advice
b) As wise as an owl
c) A stitch in time saves nine
d) In hot water
Answer: a) Take my advice
5. What is the opposite of "advise"?
a) Mislead
b) Assist
c) Consult
d) Encourage
Answer: a) Mislead
