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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1
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
Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 July 2025
Before that, veterans are kept informed and attend classes remotely to prepare for camp.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Mar. 2025
Messer informed Tufano of their own East Village roots.
—Zach Helfand, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Officials urged residents and tourists to stay informed via official channels and to strictly follow safety advisories, as unexpected wave patterns or future seismic events could renew or prolong hazardous conditions along Hawaii's coastlines.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 July 2025
Before that, veterans are kept informed and attend classes remotely to prepare for camp.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Verb
Prioritize safety, stay impeccably informed, and assume responsibility to shield lives and property.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Mar. 2025
Messer informed Tufano of their own East Village roots.
—Zach Helfand, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for informed
Adjective
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Questions of family expectations and classism arise as the couple and their families become acquainted with each other.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
29 July 2025
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The success of those songs thrust me into the mainstream and acquainted audiences with my face and sound.—
Richard Villegas,
Rolling Stone,
16 May 2025
Verb
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Staff from New Hampshire Public Radio talked to everyone, from roadtrippers to small business owners, state park workers, and local university students.—
Natalie Escobar,
NPR,
24 Dec. 2024
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As part of his teaching, the court heard that Westwood talked to one teenager, who was raped, about a masturbation scene from Bridgerton.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
11 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Strength training three times per week is ideal, the doctor advised.—
Melissa Rudy,
Fox News,
25 Mar. 2025
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Google also pointed users to a help center article for more information about the Google Home app and advised any users still having problems to reach out to customer support for further assistance.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Big consulting players like Bain & Company use online assessments to evaluate a candidate’s situational awareness, numerical and verbal aptitude, and logical reasoning before a technical interview is even scheduled.—
Julia Korn,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Cutting ties with him doesn't seem logical at the moment.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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Young musicians coming out of music schools should be aware of all the other kinds of music, and should be able to play those other types of music, because 95 percent of them will not play in symphony orchestras or as soloists.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 July 2025
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Authorities aren't aware of any other injured, Police Chief Joe Silva said.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
Verb
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In fact, three experts told Newsweek that 2025 will look much the same as 2024 in terms of COVID-19 risk.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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As a defensive end going to a Power 4 school, I’ve been told $60,000 to $80,000 a semester.—
Manny Navarro,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Isolated locations could face a reasonable worst-case scenario of five to seven inches or more, according to the weather service.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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There were a few reasonable opinion drafts, a couple of speeches with a Q&A transcribed, and one very excellent and complete essay on civil rights.—
Ezra Fox
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Once the Waymo arrives, riders will be able to unlock the vehicle, open the trunk and start the trip, all from their familiar Uber app.—
Beck Andrew Salgado,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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And which familiar voices will play its ensemble of cops, crooks, and citizens?—
EW.com,
EW.com,
30 July 2025
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“Informed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/informed. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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