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
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.
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Courtney Corbello, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
The city of Coral Springs has created a webpage to update the public on the case, ensuring that the community remains informed and that Metayer Bowen's legacy of service and unity endures.
—Steve Maugeri, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
The goal is not to rush anyone into gun ownership, but to provide a structured environment where people of all levels can develop the skills and understanding needed to make informed decisions about their own protection.
—Gayle Pearlstein, The Washington Examiner, 3 Apr. 2026
The focus should be on helping people avoid harmful patterns and make informed choices.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
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“Informed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/informed. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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informed
adjective
in·formed
in-ˈfȯ(ə)rmd 
: having or based on information
informed sources
an informed decision
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