Definition

To give incorrect advice to someone.

Example

He misadvised her on how to invest her money.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think my friend really misadvised me about that investment.

Oh no, what did they say?

They told me it was a sure thing, but I lost money instead.

That’s tough! It’s always risky when someone gives bad advice.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Misadvise → It is formed from "mis-" (meaning wrongly or badly) and "advise" (from Latin "advisare", meaning to consider or deliberate). The word "misadvise" means to give wrong or bad advice.

Memory Tip

Think of giving advice 'wrongly' ('mis-') — that's what misadvise means.

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