informative

adjective

in·​for·​ma·​tive in-ˈfȯr-mə-tiv 

: imparting knowledge : instructive

informatively adverb

informativeness noun

Synonyms of informative

• instructive
• informational
• educational
• educative
• instructional

Examples of informative in a Sentence

some websites for family vacation resorts are very informative and some are practically useless

Recent Examples on the Web

Any insight into the thought processes of people like him is informative and amusing, if a bit depressing as well. —Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 4 Feb. 2026

While recent years have shown some splits, the data indicate that DGA recognition in documentary is informative, not predictive, leaving the category among the most erratic on the Oscar ballot. —Clayton Davis, Variety, 4 Feb. 2026

Each exhibit has informative placards that delve into avian facts, figures, and info about worldwide conservation efforts. —Joey Skladany, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026

Michael Gesas Beverly Hills Bill Shaikin’s story on the Dodgers’ TV deal is very informative. —Los Angeles Times, 31 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for informative

• performative
• formative
• normative
• heteronormative
• uninformative

Kids Definition

informative

adjective

in·​for·​ma·​tive in-ˈfȯr-mət-iv 

: providing knowledge : instructive

an informative book

informatively adverb

informativeness noun