advisory
|ad-vi-so-ry|
B2
/ədˈvaɪzəri/
providing advice
Etymology
Etymology Information
'advisory' originates from the Latin word 'advisorius', where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'visere' meant 'to see'.
Historical Evolution
'advisorius' transformed into the Old French word 'aviser', and eventually became the modern English word 'advisory'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to see or consider', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'providing advice or recommendations'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an official announcement or warning.
The weather advisory warned of heavy snowfall.
Synonyms
Adjective 1
providing advice or recommendations.
The committee serves in an advisory capacity.
Synonyms
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