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advise against

VERB

dissuade

Synonyms

STRONGEST

deter discourage divert faze prevent thwart warn

STRONG

counsel deprecate derail disincline exhort expostulate hinder prick remonstrate

WEAK

caution against chicken out cry out against disadvise lean on persuade not to put off throw a wet blanket on throw cold water on throw off turn off urge not to

Antonyms

STRONGEST

aid assist encourage help

WEAK

incite persuade talk into

Example Sentences

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Most climbers rely on supplemental oxygen at this altitude, and even then mountaineering experts advise against staying in the zone for more than 20 hours.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

I would advise against thinking about indexed universal life insurance as a “stock alternative.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

The authors advise against starting aspirin for cancer prevention without first discussing personal bleeding risks with a healthcare professional.

From Science Daily • Mar. 4, 2026

Paramount CEO David Ellison wrote in a letter to investors on Monday that the company intends to nominate directors who will advise against the Netflix offer at an upcoming annual meeting.

From Barron's • Jan. 12, 2026

"I advise against putting that suggestion to Lord Eddard, sweet brother," Tyrion said.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin

advise against

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