informatics

noun

in·​for·​mat·​ics ˌin-fər-ˈma-tiks 

plural in form but singular in construction

: information science

Examples of informatics in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Instead, the technology increased the amount of usable clinical data—and boosted the need for roles like data analysts, informatics specialists and IT support staff. — Mudit Garg, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary information + -ics

First Known Use

circa 1967, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for informatics

• acrobatics
• aromatics
• automatics
• hydrostatics
• kinematics
• mathematics
• numismatics
• problematics
• systematics
• telematics
• attics
• mattocks

Medical Definition

informatics

noun, plural in form but singular in construction

in·​for·​mat·​ics ˌin-fər-ˈma-tiks 

: the collection, classification, storage, retrieval, and dissemination of recorded knowledge see bioinformatics