to give counsel to; offer an opinion or suggestion as worth following: I advise you to be cautious.
to recommend as desirable, wise, prudent, etc.: He advised secrecy.
to give (a person, group, etc.) information or notice (often fol. by of): The investors were advised of the risk. They advised him that this was their final notice.
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to take counsel; consult (usually fol. by with): I shall advise with my friends.
to offer counsel; give advice: I shall act as you advise.