disadvise

/dɪsˈædvʌɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to advise against or warn someone against something, or to give a negative opinion or judgment.

“The doctor decided to disadvise her patient from consuming the contaminated food.”

2. verb

to advise in a way that is contrary to the advice of others.

“The lawyer tried to disadvise her client from accepting the settlement offer, citing potential long-term consequences.”

3. noun

an act of advising against or warning someone against something.

“The doctor’s disadvise regarding the food led to a thorough investigation.”

4. noun

a piece of advice that is contrary to the advice of others.

“The lawyer’s disadvise regarding the settlement offer ultimately led to a better outcome for her client.”

Synonyms

  • admonish
  • caution
  • warn

Antonyms

  • advise
  • recommend