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

Crucially, overreliance on the partner can be risky, so maintaining some internal expertise and having contingency plans in place is advisable. —Sander Barens, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024

Keeping a small emergency kit in the cabin—containing essentials like medications and identification—is advisable. —Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 12 Oct. 2024

As with any dietary change, consulting with a healthcare provider is advisable to determine the most suitable approach for your health goals. —Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 10 Oct. 2024

Looking before one jumps is advisable to get the full scope of matters. —Lisa Stardust, People.com, 10 Oct. 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