a. Obs. rare–1. [f. ADVISE + -IVE. Prob. a. OFr. *avisif, -ive.]
1. Observant, prudent. See ADVISIVENESS.
2. Supplying advice, advising, counselling.
1648. Herrick, Wks., II. 47. A Paræneticall or Advisive Verse to his friend.
