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advisory

/ədˈvaɪzəɹi/

Meanings
  • noun

    A warning or recommendation given to inform and guide future actions or decisions.

    - "The advisory committee provided a cautionary advisory about the potential risks of the new medication."
    - "The advisory board made an advisory statement regarding the company's financial situation."

Rhymes
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advise , adviser , surmise , devise , compromise
Variants
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advisory , advisories
Etymology
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Middle English: from the verb advise, from Old French aviser, from avis 'advice, opinion, view', from avenir 'to come' + vis 'sight'.


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  1. The term 'advisory' comes from the Latin word 'avis', which means 'bird'. In ancient Rome, birds were believed to possess wisdom and were often consulted for advice.

  2. The term 'advisory committee' is commonly used in organizations to refer to a group of experts or professionals who provide guidance and recommendations to the management or leadership.


Related Concepts
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  1. warning: A message that alerts individuals to potential danger or risk.

  2. recommendation: A suggestion or proposal made to someone with the aim of improving a situation or making a decision.


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In literature, advisories have been used as a means of conveying important information to readers. For example, in 'The Canterbury Tales' by Geoffrey Chaucer, the pilgrims receive various pieces of advice from one another as they travel to Canterbury. In art, advisories have been depicted as symbols of wisdom and guidance.

How to Memorize "advisory"

  1. visualize

    - To visualize an advisory, imagine a group of people coming together to share their knowledge and expertise in order to provide guidance and recommendations.

  2. associate

    - To associate the word 'advisory' with the concept of guidance or advice, try thinking of words such as 'counsel', 'consultation', or 'recommendation'.
    - Create a mental image of a group of advisors gathered around a table, providing advice and recommendations to those in need.

  3. mnemonics

    - To remember the meaning of 'advisory', try using the mnemonic: 'Advise: Actions that guide and inform decisions'.


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