informative

adjective

in·​for·​ma·​tive in-ˈfȯr-mə-tiv How to pronounce informative (audio)
: imparting knowledge : instructive
informatively adverb
informativeness noun

Examples of informative in a Sentence

some websites for family vacation resorts are very informative and some are practically useless
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Consider producing informative, concise videos to provide optionality for content consumption while showcasing your personality. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025 Helen Hunt popped by Ted Danson's Where Everybody Knows Your Name podcast to take part in a rich and informative conversation about their careers in film and television. Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 3 July 2025 Central Florida Stamp Club: Meetings include auctions and informative lectures. Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 July 2025 Guest can discover the history and science of America’s natural caverns through educational and informative exhibits. Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for informative

Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of informative was in 1646

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“Informative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/informative. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.

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informative

adjective
in·​for·​ma·​tive in-ˈfȯr-mət-iv How to pronounce informative (audio)
: providing knowledge : instructive
an informative book
informatively adverb
informativeness noun

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