informed
Americanadjective
adjective
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having much knowledge or education; learned or cultured
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based on information
an informed judgment
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Etymology
Origin of informed
A late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; see origin at inform 1, -ed 2
Explanation
When you're informed, you have all the information or knowledge that you need. An informed group of voters has been educated in detail about all the issues and candidates. Informed students are more engaged and excited about their classes, and of course they do better on tests. An informed decision is one that you make after learning about your options and giving the matter careful thought. Informed is from the verb inform, "give someone facts or information," from the Latin informare, which literally means "to form," and is figuratively used to mean "to educate."
Vocabulary lists containing informed
Example Sentences
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“This tool brings multiple sources of information together so people can better understand what may be affecting their health, make informed decisions, and support community planning that benefits everyone in the county.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
Bilton informed Pelley of his firing for cause in a letter, calling Pelley’s comments at Monday’s staff meeting a “performative display of hostility.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
Keeping her informed about your actions is tantamount to saying, “It all goes to you.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
"My mother constantly sends me articles about Russia, about current events, about what is happening here, so that I stay informed," says Takemi.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
Judge Byrne informed Russo’s lawyer that such observations were not helpful.
From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin
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