inadvisable — not wise or prudent; not recommended
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not wise or prudent; not recommended
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɪnədˈvaɪzəbl/
Example Sentences
- Eating expired sushi is highly inadvisable, unless you enjoy bathroom marathons.
- The doctor said it was inadvisable to exercise immediately after the surgery.
- It's inadvisable to text your ex at 3 AM, no matter how good your reasons seem.
inadvisable
ADJECTIVE[/ˌɪnədˈvaɪzəbl/]
not wise or prudent; not recommended
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'advisare' meaning 'to consider or consult,' which evolved into English 'advice.' The word was formed in the 16th century by combining the negative prefix with the adjective form.
Breakdown
in- (not/opposite of) + advis- (to give counsel, from Latin advisare) + -able (capable of being)
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📝Examples
“Eating expired sushi is highly inadvisable, unless you enjoy bathroom marathons.”
“The doctor said it was inadvisable to exercise immediately after the surgery.”
“It's inadvisable to text your ex at 3 AM, no matter how good your reasons seem.”
“The financial advisor deemed it inadvisable to invest all savings in cryptocurrency.”
“Wearing a tuxedo to a beach volleyball game is inadvisable, but definitely memorable.”
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