apprize
1 Americanverb (used with object)
verb (used with object)
Other Word Forms
- apprizer noun
Etymology
Origin of apprize
1400–50; late Middle English aprisen < Middle French apris ( i ) er, equivalent to a- a- 5 + prisier to prize 2
Example Sentences
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Cadwgan’s eyes filled with tears on being apprized of his promotion to so important a post, and he thanked Mr. Roberts from his heart of hearts for his confidence and kindness.
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Tennyson. µ In the United States, this word is often pronounced, and sometimes written, apprize.
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Old Men who often expose themselves imprudently to the Sun, are little apprized of all the Danger they incur by it.
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Matthew tells us, that Jesus showed himself to the two Marys on the road whilst returning from the sepulchre on purpose to apprize the disciples of what they had seen.
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As to those who were suspected of being responsible for this state of affairs Ralph was apprized in his talks with the superintendent.
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