apprise

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How does the verb apprise differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of apprise are acquaint, inform, and notify. While all these words mean "to make one aware of something," apprise implies communicating something of special interest or importance.

keep us apprised of the situation

When would acquaint be a good substitute for apprise?

The meanings of acquaint and apprise largely overlap; however, acquaint lays stress on introducing to or familiarizing with.

acquaint yourself with the keyboard

When might inform be a better fit than apprise?

The words inform and apprise can be used in similar contexts, but inform implies the imparting of knowledge especially of facts or occurrences.

informed us of the crisis

When is notify a more appropriate choice than apprise?

The synonyms notify and apprise are sometimes interchangeable, but notify implies sending notice of something requiring attention or demanding action.

notified the witness when to appear

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of apprise Ig Nobel apprised The Ig Nobel Prizes celebrate achievements that make people laugh, then think. Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025 Whatever the goal, your audience should be apprised of it right from the beginning. IEEE Spectrum, 18 Mar. 2025 Half of all cases lacked the electronic communications necessary to keep national headquarters apprised about field investigations. David Williams, Baltimore Sun, 29 Jan. 2025 The consignor, apprised of the Grünbaum provenance, asked Christie’s to help mediate an agreement with Grünbaum’s heirs, according to Boll. Catherine Hickley, New York Times, 21 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for apprise
Recent Examples of Synonyms for apprise
Verb
  • Her ability to inform and engage her readers, listeners and viewers is truly inspiring.
    Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 24 Apr. 2025
  • Becky, having seen Darlene and Chad together at the bar, informs Ben about Chad.
    Randall Colburn, EW.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The percentage tells the public how much of the fire perimeter is believed to not go beyond the control lines.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2025
  • Trump told the brief story behind the biblical holiday centered on Jesus Christ, who, according to Christian tradition, was crucified on a cross and then rose from the dead.
    Jenny Goldsberry, The Washington Examiner, 20 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Peel Regional Police advised people to check with the airport regarding flight delays. Update 4/24/25 10:44 p.m.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
  • Rather, Singh advised, think of them as a menu of options—pick three to start with.
    Cathy Cassata, Health, 24 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • His withdrawal followed reports that he was presented with two letters signed by Francis before his death, instructing him not to take part in the conclave.
    Tom Rogers, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Apr. 2025
  • Additionally, Rubio has instructed leaders throughout the department to draw up plans to reduce their personnel by 15% -- a move that could lead to thousands of additional job cuts.
    Shannon K. Kingston, ABC News, 30 Apr. 2025

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“Apprise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/apprise. Accessed 4 May. 2025.

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