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Giving Advice

23 Words

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act on
1.
act on
Verb

to take action to continue with a task or situation

After receiving approval, they decided to act on the construction project immediately.

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admonish
2.
ad
mo
nish
Verb

to strongly advise a person to take a particular action

The coach admonished the players to adhere to fair play and sportsmanship during the game.

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advice
3.
ad
vice
Noun

a suggestion or an opinion that is given with regard to making the best decision in a specific situation

She sought her grandmother's advice before making a major career decision.

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4.
advice column
Noun

a section or part in a newspaper in which people are given advice regarding their personal problems

I always enjoy reading the advice column in my favorite magazine for tips on managing stress.

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5.
advice columnist
Noun

a newspaper, website, or magazine columnist that replies to e-mails and letters sent by readers and gives them advice

People often turn to the advice columnist for suggestions on how to handle relationship issues.

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advise
6.
ad
vise
Verb

to provide someone with suggestion or guidance regarding a specific situation

The doctor advised the patient to maintain a healthy diet and exercise for overall well-being.

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advisement
7.
ad
vise
ment
Noun

the act of considering something, such as an idea, request, suggestion, etc. thoroughly

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adviser
8.
ad
vi
ser
Noun

someone whose job is to give advice professionally on a particular subject

She sought the advice of a financial adviser to help plan her retirement.

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advisory
9.
ad
vi
so
ry
Adjective

aiming to provide advice and suggestions

The government issued a travel advisory warning citizens about potential risks in certain regions.

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aftercare
10.
af
ter
care
Noun

an assurance or support from the manufacturer or seller that offers costumers that bought a product services if the need arises

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a
sse
ssor
Noun

an expert who calculates the value of something to impose tax on it

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care
line
Noun

a phone service set up by a company or organization to provide its clients with information about the service they received or a product they purchased

The careline was very helpful when I needed to cancel my subscription.

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caution
13.
cau
tion
Verb

to warn someone of something that could be difficult or dangerous

The doctor cautioned the patient about the potential side effects of the medication.

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cautionary
14.
cau
tio
na
ry
Adjective

functioning as a warning

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commend
15.
co
mmend
Verb

to speak positively about someone or something and suggest their suitability

The doctor commended the new treatment to her patients for its effectiveness in managing chronic pain.

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consult
16.
con
sult
Verb

to seek information or advice from someone, especially before making a decision or doing something

The lawyer consulted with her colleagues to prepare for the upcoming trial.

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consultancy
17.
con
sul
tan
cy
Noun

the practice of giving professional advice within a particular field

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consultant
18.
con
sul
tant
Noun

someone who gives professional advice on a given subject

The financial consultant put forward a comprehensive investment plan for her clients, outlining various strategies to achieve their financial goals.

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counsel
19.
coun
sel
Verb

to advise someone to take a course of action

Legal professionals counsel clients on their rights and options during legal proceedings.

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counseling
20.
coun
se
ling
Noun

a process of providing guidance, support, and advice to someone facing personal, emotional, or psychological challenges

She sought counseling to help her cope with the loss of a loved one and navigate through the grieving process.

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counselor
21.
coun
se
lor
Noun

an expert who advises people on their problems

She sought guidance from a counselor to help her navigate through the challenges of her divorce.

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22.
counsel of despair
Phrase

an admission of failure that ultimately leads to discouragement and self-doubt

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23.
counsel of perfection
Phrase

a piece of advice that is flawless and to-the-point yet unrealizable

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