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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Cybersecurity experts generally advise against making such payments.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 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

"We advise against it, obviously, but I wouldn't say that it's uncommon. Not that it was a wise choice."

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

The British Association of Dermatologists and other specialists strongly advise against using commercial sunbeds to treat skin conditions.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

“I would advise against saying it, then,” said Reverend Obertask.

From "Louisiana's Way Home" by Kate DiCamillo

advise against

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