1
as in reasoned
based on sound reasoning or information
the expert's informed opinion persuaded many fence-sitters to get a flu shot
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2
as in acquainted
having information especially as a result of study or experience
people who are informed about nutrition have some serious misgivings about this new diet
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as in talked
to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities
the police only caught the mastermind of the burglary because his disgruntled partner informed
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as in advised
to give information to
chose teaching as a career because it affords the opportunity to inform a whole generation of young minds
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Recent Examples of informed
CBS News, 28 May 2026
Even the best campus dialogue program will not magically produce informed and productive citizens.
—Rajiv Vinnakota, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
In the note to bondholders Friday, SMBX said Lacey has contacted a bankruptcy attorney and that the investing platform will keep investors informed during the process.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
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Adjective
Voters rejected a state ballot proposal in 1998 to legalize the prescription of lethal medication to help terminally ill, competent, informed adults commit suicide in Michigan, with 71% voting against the initiative.
—CBS News, 28 May 2026
Even the best campus dialogue program will not magically produce informed and productive citizens.
—Rajiv Vinnakota, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Verb
When people are approached repeatedly in a respectful and non-judgmental way, given time to build trust, and clearly informed of available resources, many will eventually accept help.
—Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
In the note to bondholders Friday, SMBX said Lacey has contacted a bankruptcy attorney and that the investing platform will keep investors informed during the process.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for informed
Adjective
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None are credible challengers; Matt Conroy is the more reasoned and moderate of the three.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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This is a time for cool, calm and reasoned debate, and for legislators to think through the consequences of legislation put forth.—
Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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So, the firm is well acquainted with the benefits of working in that ecosystem.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
27 May 2026
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At least the participants are well acquainted and evenly matched.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
16 May 2026
Verb
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According to the New York Post’s Joel Sherman, the Yankees had at the time talked with the Texas Rangers about Corey Seager.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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That, obviously, is quite a turn from the last time Vrabel talked to reporters and explained his situation amid the scandal caused by his relationship with Russini and the photos of the two that were published by the New York Post and then widely amplified elsewhere.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2026
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The agency advised anyone nearby to remain indoors, close their doors and windows and set air their conditioning systems to recirculate.—
Sarah Perkel,
USA Today,
26 May 2026
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Magid, one of the most durable media consultancies in the sector, has advised clients to start giving viewers more context, depth and emotional reassurance, rather than relying on breaking news and dozens of star anchors and correspondents.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
26 May 2026
Adjective
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Intelligence cannot be reduced to analytical logic alone because intelligence itself is not singularly logical.—
Hamilton Mann,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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As befits a logical proof, Gödel’s argumentation was very abstract and high-level.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
26 May 2026
Adjective
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The industry has been well aware of the risks of the types of chemical accidents that can lead to a thermal runaway reaction, posing the risk of an explosion.—
Iris Kwok,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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The schedule looks to ease up in June, but the Cubs are well aware that nothing is guaranteed.—
Sahadev Sharma,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Verb
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How to stop constantly looking forward at an uncertain tomorrow, at least momentarily, and go back in time precisely when we’re told that history is over?—
Jonathan Odden,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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But, truth be told, none get high marks across the board.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Those deductible expenses generally include reasonable costs of moving household goods and personal effects, plus travel and lodging for the move, but not meals.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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As New York looks forward, however, what are reasonable power expectations for Lindor, Bichette and Polanco, and for Marcus Semien, whose home run totals have dropped from 29 to 23 to 15 to a pace for 12 this year?—
Tim Britton,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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“Informed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/informed. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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