<p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>to give counsel to; offer an opinion or suggestion as worth following: I advise you to be cautious</li><li>Synonyms: caution, admonish, counsel</li><li>to recommend as desirable, wise, prudent, etc.: He advised secrecy for the sake of national security</li><li>Synonyms: suggest</li><li>to give (a person, group, etc.) information or notice (often followed by of): The investors were advised of the risk</li><li>They advised him that this was their final notice</li><li>Synonyms: acquaint, apprise, notify, inform</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>to take counsel; consult (usually followed by with): I shall advise with my friends</li><li>Synonyms: consult, deliberate, confer</li><li>to offer counsel; give advice or recommend particular actions, conduct, etc.: I shall act as you advise</li></ul>