advisable

adjective

ad·​vis·​able əd-ˈvī-zə-bəl 

: fit to be advised or done : prudent

advisability

əd-ˌvī-zə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

advisableness

əd-ˈvī-zə-bəl-nəs 

noun

advisably

əd-ˈvī-zə-blē 

adverb

Synonyms

• desirable
• expedient
• judicious
• politic
• prudent
• tactical
• wise

Choose the Right Synonym for advisable

expedient, politic, advisable mean dictated by practical or prudent motives.

expedient usually implies what is immediately advantageous without regard for ethics or consistent principles.

a politically expedient decision

politic stresses judiciousness and tactical value but usually implies some lack of candor or sincerity.

a politic show of interest

advisable applies to what is practical, prudent, or advantageous but lacks the derogatory implication of expedient and politic.

sometimes it's advisable to say nothing

Examples of advisable in a Sentence

My doctor said it was advisable for me to lose weight.

it's never advisable to ride double on a bicycle

Recent Examples on the Web

Pick-up and delivery orders can be placed on short notice, though at least 24 hours' advance is advisable. —Bradley Hohulin, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Dec. 2024

While Singapore's weather averages 90°F with high humidity basically guaranteed, bringing along an extra layer or two when setting out for a day of touristing is advisable due to the chill of omnipresent air conditioning indoors. —Audrey Phoon, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Dec. 2024

But after October results far off earlier predictions, some caution is advisable This century before Covid, November always was a $1 billion or better grossing month, including some adjusted for current ticket prices. —Tom Brueggemann, IndieWire, 31 Oct. 2024

Planning to arrive early is advisable, especially during high-traffic times. —Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

advise + -able

First Known Use

1638, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

advisable

adjective

ad·​vis·​able əd-ˈvī-zə-bəl 

: reasonable or proper under the circumstances : wise, prudent

advisability

-ˌvī-zə-ˈbil-ət-ē 

noun

advisably

-ˈvī-zə-blē 

adverb