well-informed

adjective

well-in·​formed ˈwel-in-ˈfȯrmd 

1

: having extensive knowledge especially of current topics and events

2

: thoroughly knowledgeable in a particular subject

Synonyms

• abreast
• acquainted
• au courant
• conversant
• familiar
• informed
• knowledgeable
• up
• up-to-date
• versed

Examples of well-informed in a Sentence

patients considering LASIK surgery should be well-informed about the risks and possible complications

Recent Examples on the Web

Prioritize safety, stay well-informed, and act responsibly to safeguard lives and property. —Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2025

Stay well-informed and take the necessary precautions to shield yourself and others from the potential hazards of extreme heat. —Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 1 June 2025

Sadly, this is leading to more and more creators turning down partnerships while brands offer them to other creators who may not be as well-informed about topics like perpetual usage rights. —Kristen Bousquet, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025

This educational aspect ensures that participants are well-informed and can make the most of their experience. —Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 29 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for well-informed

• conformed
• deformed
• informed
• malformed
• performed
• preformed
• reformed
• transformed
• unformed
• formed
• normed
• stormed