be advised

VERB

hear

Synonyms

STRONGEST

determine discover find out gather learn pick up receive see understand

STRONG

apperceive ascertain catch descry glean tumble unearth

WEAK

be informed be led to believe be told of catch on get the picture get wind of get wise to have on good authority

Antonyms

STRONGEST

miss misunderstand overlook

WEAK

ignore

Example Sentences

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Doctors will be advised that Tavneos, also known as avacopan, can cause serious liver problems and that some deaths have occurred in patients prescribed the drug, Kissei said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

The easily frightened — and the recently engaged — might be advised to approach Boston’s new series, which premiered Thursday, with caution.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

What’s Next: Preventative action could be advised before the situation escalates.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Any undergraduate who scribbled such gibberish in a history or poli-sci term paper would be advised to switch majors.

From Slate • Dec. 8, 2025

“Before you ask it, be advised: Your opponents will also hear my answer.”

From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein

be advised

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