advisableness
Definition
Noun (uncountable): The quality or state of being advisable; the degree to which a course of action is wise, sensible, or prudent.
Usage Examples
- (She considered whether it was wise to accept.)
- (They debated whether the investment was sensible.)
- (His caution demonstrated that waiting was prudent.)
Advanced Usage
- "question the advisableness of something": to doubt whether something is wise or appropriate.
- Many questioned the advisableness of traveling during the storm. (They doubted whether it was sensible to travel.)
Variants and Related Words
- Advisable (adj): recommended; wise or sensible.
- It is advisable to bring an umbrella in case of rain. (It is recommended to bring one.)
- Advisability (n): a synonym of "advisableness," more commonly used.
- The advisability of early treatment is clear. (The wisdom of early treatment is obvious.)
Synonyms
- Prudence: carefulness and good judgment in practical matters.
- Wisdom: the quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment.
- Sensibleness: the quality of being practical and reasonable.
Related Idioms
- "Better safe than sorry": a proverb that reflects the idea of advisableness — it is wiser to take precautions than to risk regret.
- She decided to check the locks again; better safe than sorry. (Her caution was advisable.)