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Decision, Suggestion, and Obligation - Guidance and Counsel

Here you will learn some English words related to guidance and counsel such as "enjoin", "mentor", and "inadvisable".

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Words Related to Decision, Suggestion, and Obligation
to enjoin
to enjoin
[Verb]

to tell someone to do something by ordering or instructing them

Ex: The judge enjoined the defendant from contacting the plaintiff while the case was pending. 
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feedback
feedback
[noun]

information, criticism, or advice about a person's performance, a new product, etc. intended for improvement

Ex: She received positive feedback on her presentation. 
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to follow
to follow
[Verb]

to act accordingly to someone or something's advice, commands, or instructions

Ex: She followed her doctor's advice and improved her health. 
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guidance
guidance
[noun]

help and advice about how to solve a problem, given by someone who is knowledgeable and experienced

Ex: The mentor provided invaluable guidance to the new employee, helping them navigate the intricacies of the job. 
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to guide
to guide
[Verb]

to direct or influence someone's motivation or behavior

Ex: The teacher's advice helped to guide her students toward success. 
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guiding
guiding
[Adjective]

exerting control, direction, or influence over people, actions, or events

Ex: Her guiding hand shaped the outcome of the project. 
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to hand out

to provide abstract or intangible things, such as punishments, compliments, judgments, advice, etc., to someone

Ex: The judge handed out a harsh punishment to the defendant for their involvement in the crime. 
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have to
have to
[Verb]

used to indicate an obligation or to emphasize the necessity of something happening

Ex: I have to finish this report by the end of the day. 
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heads-up
heads-up
[noun]

a warning or notification provided in advance to inform someone about a situation, often to prepare them for what is coming

Ex: Thanks for the heads-up about the traffic; I left early. 
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to heed
to heed
[Verb]

to be attentive to advice or a warning

Ex: It's important to heed the advice of experienced hikers when trekking in unfamiliar terrain. 
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help
help
[noun]

a person or thing that provides assistance, making it easier or possible to accomplish something

Ex: The new software was a great help in organizing the company’s data. 
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helpline
helpline
[noun]

a phone service that provides advice, comfort, or information regarding specific problems

Ex: She contacted the helpline to get advice on how to handle the emergency. 
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homily
homily
[noun]

a short moral lecture, offering advice on behavior

Ex: The priest gave a homily about forgiveness during Sunday service. 
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how-to
how-to
[Adjective]

giving thorough instructions on a particular matter

Ex: She followed a how-to guide to assemble the furniture, which provided thorough instructions and illustrations. 
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if in doubt
if in doubt
[phrase]

‌used to offer advice or instructions to someone who is incapable of making decisions

Ex: When faced with a tough decision, if in doubt, seek advice from a mentor. 
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in {one's} place

used to say what choices or actions one would make if one was in another person's situation

Ex: If I were in her place, I would have taken the job offer without hesitation. 
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if I were you

used to tell someone what is better for them to do

Ex: If I were you, I would double-check the directions before heading out to avoid getting lost. 
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to indicate

(medical) to advise and authorize a treatment or procedure due to a particular condition or circumstance

Ex: The doctor indicated surgery to remove the tumor due to its size and location. 
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inadvisable
inadvisable
[Adjective]

not recommended to do based on the particular situation

Ex: Accepting that job offer would be inadvisable since you've only just started your current role. 
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marriage counseling

a type of psychotherapy for married couples that helps them understand and resolve conflicts in order to improve their relationship

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mentee
mentee
[noun]

someone who is advised or trained under the supervision of a mentor

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mentor
mentor
[noun]

a reliable and experienced person who helps those with less experience

Ex: The aspiring artist found a mentor who provided valuable feedback and encouragement to help him develop his artistic skills. 
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mentoring
mentoring
[noun]

the practice of offering advice or helping a younger or less experienced individual over a period of time regarding their job or a particular subject

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mentorship

the guidance, help, or advice given by a mentor, particularly in a company or educational institution

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