informed

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

Synonyms

• commonsense
• commonsensible
• commonsensical
• firm
• good
• hard
• just
• justified
• levelheaded
• logical
• rational
• reasonable
• reasoned
• sensible
• sober
• solid
• valid
• well-founded

Examples of informed in a Sentence

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

Consequently, more informed teams and leaders face a reduced chance of undesirable outcomes. —John Hall, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025

Both candidates touted their experience in the district and said their background with Newport-Mesa Unified will enable them to make informed decisions and gain insight into what the district most needs. —Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 11 June 2025

Make an informed decision, and then ensure voters are just as informed before they’re asked to make their own decisions. —Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2025

Use tools that enable you to track progress transparently and schedule regular check-ins to stay informed. —Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 11 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

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