informed

adjective

in·​formed in-ˈfȯrmd How to pronounce informed (audio)
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 How to pronounce informed (audio)
-ˈfȯrmd-lē
adverb

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 This open communication fosters trust and empowers clients to make informed decisions about their cases. Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 18 Apr. 2024 Financial literacy is a crucial skill to make informed decisions about your money. Ryan Steitz, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2024 Stay informed of a possible new date through the city’s social media at https://www.facebook.com/CityofSaratoga or https://nextdoor.com/agency-detail/ca/saratoga/city-of-saratoga. Debby Rice, The Mercury News, 11 Apr. 2024 Keep yourself informed about tornado watches and warnings by staying connected to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio. Star-Telegram Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2024 Even on land, companies and governments are minimally informed about what is happening at the fish farms and processing plants partly because the audits that are meant to verify ethical and legal conditions tied to worker treatment, food safety, and ocean sustainability are deeply flawed. Ian Urbina, TIME, 1 Apr. 2024 The key is to assess your skills, interests, and priorities and make informed decisions about the best path forward for you. Ebony Flake, Essence, 8 Apr. 2024 With an ensemble of analytical precision, this unit empowers industries to uncover valuable data, enabling informed decisions and enhanced operational efficiency. Jon Stojan, USA TODAY, 8 Apr. 2024 The app offers real-time market data, customizable watchlists, and easy-to-use trading tools, ensuring users can stay informed and execute trades from anywhere with ease. Stephanie Tsai, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Apr. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of informed was in the 15th century

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“Informed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/informed. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

informed

adjective
in·​formed in-ˈfȯ(ə)rmd How to pronounce informed (audio)
: 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

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