INFORMATIVE Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

informative

adjective

in-ˈfȯr-mə-tiv

Definition of informative

as in instructive

providing useful information or knowledge some Web sites for family vacation resorts are very informative and some are practically useless

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Recent Examples of informative In addition, LiveOne's many informative stations are hosted by real DJs who evoke the heyday of traditional over-the-air radio. — Gabriel Zamora, PC Magazine, 28 July 2026 After all, there’s a fine line between being appropriately informative and the dreaded overshare. — Christian Dashiell Published, Parents, 26 July 2026 In France, some opposition lawmakers opposed the bill at an earlier stage over concerns about free speech and access to informative online content. — Joseph Ataman, CNN Money, 21 July 2026 Overall, Strong didn’t distract and was informative, though his words are unlikely to be remembered. — Andrew Marchand, New York Times, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for informative

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The more instructive part, however, is Tony’s time in the chaotic Flagship kitchen, where Chef turns a blind eye to the cocaine and weed circulating but has strict rules about timekeeping and efficiency.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 29 July 2026
Stacy Bernstein’s version is less dramatic and more instructive.

— Jasmine Browley, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Definition of instructive

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This article is for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.

— Ascend Agency, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026
The bill would also require campuses to notify students about available services through websites, informational materials and campus communications.

— McKenna Mobley, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of informational

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Perhaps most consequential in this move will be the expansion of the states’ authority and responsibility for educative quality within their jurisdictions.

— Blake D. Morant, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
While apples-to-apples comparisons aren’t possible, a look at the streaming businesses is educative for identifying longer-term trends.

— Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 11 Apr. 2025

Definition of educative

Adjective

Generative AI can help explain difficult concepts, provide immediate feedback, translate instructional materials, and make individualized support more accessible than ever before.

— Sonia Murrow, Time, 7 Aug. 2026
Specialized schools have developed instructional approaches that help students with learning differences succeed.

— Lisa Schade, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of instructional

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