advisy
|ad-vis-y|
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/ədˈvaɪzi/
advisory nature
Etymology
Etymology Information
'advisy' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'advis', where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'vis' meant 'to see or look'.
Historical Evolution
'advis' transformed into the modern English word 'advisy' through the addition of the suffix '-y', indicating a quality or condition.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to look toward or consider', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having the quality of giving advice'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having the quality of giving advice or being advisory in nature.
The advisy tone of the letter suggested a course of action.
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Last updated: 2025/05/16 05:21
