Definition

The quality of being recommended or suggested as a good idea.

Example

The advisableness of the decision was debated among the committee members.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the advisableness of taking a gap year before college?

Yeah, I think it's a great idea if you want to explore your interests first.

Right? It can really help in deciding what you want to study.

Absolutely, having that time can clarify a lot about your future.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Advisableness is formed from "advise" (from Old French *aviser*, meaning to consider or reflect) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of) combined with "-ness" (meaning the state of being). The word refers to the state of being capable of being advised or the quality of being advisable.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'advise' which means to consider or reflect, and remember that 'advisableness' refers to the quality of being able to be advised.

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