apprise

or ap·prize

[ uh-prahyz ]

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verb (used with object),ap·prised, ap·pris·ing.

to give notice to; inform; advise (often followed by of): to be apprised of the death of an old friend.

Origin of apprise

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

Words that may be confused with apprise

appraise, apprise

Words Nearby apprise

Other definitions for apprise (2 of 2)

apprise²

[ uh-prahyz ]

verb (used with object),ap·prised, ap·pris·ing.Obsolete.

an obsolete variant of appraise.

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How to use apprise in a sentence

The unlocking of the yard door would apprise us of the entrance of a guard, before the latter could observe Wingie at my cell.
Prison Memoirs of an Anarchist | Alexander Berkman
They apprise him also of his confirmation as "Governor of our Plantation," and of the names of the Councillors joined with him.
The Loyalists of America and Their Times, Vol. 1 of 2 | Egerton Ryerson
Ought we not to make a run to Dresden, therefore, and apprise the Polish Majesty?
History Of Friedrich II. of Prussia, Vol. VII. (of XXI.) | Thomas Carlyle
The night was unusually cold, but they dared not start a fire, lest it should apprise their enemies of their presence.
The Life of Kit Carson | Edward S. Ellis
To-morrow the symphonies may perhaps be tried over at the Archduke's if I am able to go out, of which I will apprise you.
Beethoven's Letters 1790-1826, Volume 1 of 2 | Lady Wallace

British Dictionary definitions for apprise

apprise

apprize

/ (əˈpraɪz) /

verb

(tr often foll by of) to make aware; inform

Origin of apprise

C17: from French appris, from apprendre to teach; learn; see apprehend

apprise

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