inadvisable

[in-uhd-vahy-zuh-buhl] / ˌɪn ədˈvaɪ zə bəl /

ADJECTIVE

not recommended

Synonyms

WEAK

careless foolhardy foolish harebrained ill-advised impolitic improper imprudent inappropriate incautious inconvenient indiscreet inexpedient injudicious pointless rash undesirable unsensible unsuitable unwise wrong

Antonyms

WEAK

OK advisable good recommended wise

Example Sentences

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While it won’t kill you like some other vices, trying to quit this spiritually corrosive habit cold turkey is inadvisable.

From Salon • Dec. 3, 2025

But the idea that any hot dog consumption is inadvisable isn’t supported by strong evidence.

From Slate • Aug. 2, 2025

Prof Fleming replied: "I would say it would be inadvisable, but if you have to then keep your baby inside your coat."

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2024

Leaning into a toddler’s personal space is inadvisable for all kinds of reasons.

From Seattle Times • May 29, 2023

Doctors felt it was inadvisable to operate, so he was sent home with little hope of recovery.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson