apprise

¹ American  

[uh-prahyz] / əˈpraɪz /

verb (used with object)

Obsolete.

apprised, apprising

1. an obsolete variant of appraise.

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apprise ² American  

[uh-prahyz] / əˈpraɪz /

Or apprize

verb (used with object)

apprised, apprising

1. to give notice to; inform; advise (often followed byof ).

   to be apprised of the death of an old friend.

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apprise British  

/ əˈpraɪz /

verb

1. to make aware; inform

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Etymology

Origin of apprise

First recorded in 1685–95; from French appris “taught, informed,” past participle of apprendre; apprehend

Example Sentences

However, he said the board has given unanimous support of the investigation and it would be kept apprised of its progress.

From Los Angeles Times

Union membership forms, the Commonwealth report says, often “fail to apprise new members about dues spending on politics.”

From The Wall Street Journal

“He has kept the organization apprised throughout these legal proceedings, and will continue in his full commitment to being a valuable member of his team.”

From Los Angeles Times

One buyer who had placed an offer is deciding what to do, after being apprised of the graffiti damage, the agent said.

From Los Angeles Times

William’s aunt, Sarah, Duchess of York, praised Catherine for how well she’s handled the public interest in wanting to be apprised of her journey.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• advise
• apprize
• brief
• inform
• notify