Advisor
/ədˈvaɪz.ər/
Definitions
A person who provides suggestions and guidance based on their knowledge and expertise.
/ədˈvaɪz.ər/
A person who gives advice in a particular field
My advisor offered great suggestions for my business strategy.
More Examples
The school advisor was instrumental in shaping my academic plans.
How It's Used
"He is a financial advisor who can help you manage your money."
"My academic advisor helped me decide on my classes for next semester."
From Old French 'aviser' meaning 'to advise' or 'to see' (Latin 'video'), and 'avis' meaning 'opinion' or 'advice' (Latin 'avis').
Historically, advisors were often high-ranking officials or nobles who provided counsel to rulers or leaders. For instance, the 'wise men' in the biblical story of King Herod were advisors with significant influence on political decisions.
Memory tip
Imagine someone helping you navigate a tricky situation, like a ship's advisor guiding it through a storm.
Word Origin
"To see or to look at"