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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to enjoin [verb]

to tell someone to do something by ordering or instructing them

Ex: The doctor enjoined the patient to follow a strict diet and exercise regimen to improve their health .

feedback [noun]

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

Ex: Customer feedback is essential for improving product quality .

to follow [verb]

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

Ex: The soldiers claimed they were just following orders during the mission .

guidance [noun]

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

Ex: The consultant offered guidance to small business owners , helping them develop effective strategies for growth and success .

to guide [verb]

to direct or influence someone's motivation or behavior

Ex: His mentor worked hard to guide him through his career challenges .

guiding [adjective]

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

Ex:

to hand out [verb]

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

Ex: The critic was known for handing out scathing judgments on the quality of films , which sometimes led to controversy in the industry .

have to [verb]

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

Ex: We have to be at the airport two hours before the flight .

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:

to heed [verb]

to be attentive to advice or a warning

Ex: The coach urged his players to heed his instructions if they wanted to win the game .

help [noun]

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

Ex: His experience was a big help in solving the problem quickly .

helpline [noun]

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

Ex: After losing my job , I called the helpline to learn about available resources for unemployment benefits .

homily [noun]

a short moral lecture, offering advice on behavior

Ex: His speech was more a homily than a formal lecture .

how-to [adjective]

giving thorough instructions on a particular matter

Ex: He relied on a how-to manual to learn the basics of car maintenance , including changing the oil and checking tire pressure .

if in doubt [phrase]

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

Ex: Review the guidelines carefully ; if in doubt , follow the established procedures .

in {one's} place [phrase]

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

Ex: I do n't know how he copes with so much pressure ; I could n't handle it in his place .

if I were you [phrase]

used to tell someone what is better for them to do

Ex: If I were you , I would n't hesitate to ask for a raise considering all the hard work you 've put in .

to indicate [verb]

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

Ex: The oncologist indicated chemotherapy as the appropriate treatment for the patient 's cancer .

inadvisable [adjective]

not recommended to do based on the particular situation

Ex: Taking an extended vacation so close to deadline would be inadvisable given current workloads .

marriage counseling [noun]

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

mentee [noun]

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

mentor [noun]

a reliable and experienced person who helps those with less experience

Ex: As a young entrepreneur , she sought guidance from an experienced mentor who helped her navigate the challenges of starting a business .

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

mentorship [noun]

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

Decision, Suggestion, and Obligation
Decision and Resolution	Consideration and Choice	Making a Decision	Determining Decisions
Making Tough Choices	Love and Hate	Fondness and Disdain	Offering Suggestions
Proposing and Implying	Suggesting Options	Giving Advice	Guidance and Counsel
Advice and Counsel	Giving Permission	Denying Permission	Obligation and Rules
Duty and Regulations	Rules and Requirements	Mandatory Guidelines