informed

1 of 2

adjective

in·​formed in-ˈfȯrmd 

1

a

: having information

informed sources

informed observers

b

: based on possession of information

an informed opinion

2

: educated, knowledgeable

what the informed person should know

informedly

in-ˈfȯr-məd-lē 

-ˈfȯrmd-lē

adverb

informed

2 of 2

past tense and past participle of inform

Synonyms of informed

Adjective

• reasoned
• logical
• reasonable
• valid
• sensible
• good
• rational
• justified

Examples of informed in a Sentence

Adjective

Informed sources told us of the new policy.

We need to spend more time researching our options so that we can make an informed choice.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Yet federal guidance is critical for states to make informed decisions. — Sheldon H. Jacobson, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026

Ohanian said the debate around AI should focus on substantive risks rather than issues that can be used to score political points, arguing that an informed public is essential to navigating the technology. — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2026

Artificial intelligence presents significant opportunities for manufacturers to improve productivity, reduce costs and support more informed decision-making. — Nishkam Batta, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026

Have open conversations about safety and mental health to help your teen make informed, positive choices. — Sarah Vanbuskirk, Parents, 16 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing informed

• ill-informed
• informed consent
• informed decision
• informed opinion
• well-informed

Rhymes for informed

• misinformed
• outperformed
• undeformed
• uniformed
• uninformed
• unperformed
• unreformed
• untransformed
• conformed
• deformed
• malformed
• performed

Kids Definition

informed

adjective

in·​formed in-ˈfȯ(ə)rmd 

: having or based on information

informed sources

an informed decision

Legal Definition

informed

adjective

in·​formed

: based on or made with essential information

an informed judgment