apprize
1 Americanverb (used with object)
verb (used with object)
Other Word Forms
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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This new applicant was the first to apprize him of this circumstance, and appeared extremely anxious to enter on immediate possession.
From Ormond, Volume III (of 3) or, The Secret Witness by Brown, Charles Brockden
The ensign Corral now called out to the soldiers to apprize Cortes that it was impossible to ascend further, and that the descent was equally dangerous.
From The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. by Díaz del Castillo, Bernal
Each regiment and corps will apprize them of this, that ignorance may not be pleaded as an excuse.
From An Account of the Campaign in the West Indies, in the Year 1794, Under the Command of their Excellencies Lieutenant General Sir Charles Grey, K.B., and Vice Admiral Sir John Jervis, K.B. by Willyams, Cooper
La Foret answer'd with very great Respect, 'Don't reproach me, Madam, I beseech you; my very Silence has an Eloquence in it which must fully apprize you of the Sentiments of my Heart.
From The Travels and Adventures of James Massey by Patot, Simon Tyssot de
I constantly keep the subject in mind, and should any favorable change take place in the sentiments of the Legislature, I will apprize you of it.
From The Life Of Thomas Paine, Vol. II. (of II) With A History of His Literary, Political and Religious Career in America France, and England by Conway, Moncure Daniel
Governor Dan Moody, apprized of the situation, sent 70 militiamen, was reported to have telegraphed: "Protect the Negro, but don't shoot anybody."
From Time Magazine Archive
Her eager inspection convinced her that the principal bolt was still withdrawn, but a small one was now perceived, of whose existence she had not been apprized, and over which her key had no power.
From Ormond, Volume III (of 3) or, The Secret Witness by Brown, Charles Brockden
Finally apprized thereof by public rumor, her family was anxious to learn of her fate, but, despite their desolation, they neither were able nor did they dare to undertake the long journey.
From The Executioner's Knife Or Joan of Arc by Sue, Eug?ne
And was it thus, she was to be apprized that she must quit the house?
From The Wanderer (Volume 1 of 5) or, Female Difficulties by Burney, Fanny
In the meantime the godly people, apprized of their danger, had appointed a season of fasting and prayer to be observed in all their churches.
From The Little Gleaner, Vol. X. A Monthly Magazine for the Young by Various
Roger slipped into the living tent and wrote a hasty note to Charley, apprizing her of events and begging her to come to his aid.
From The Forbidden Trail by Morrow, Honoré
Hester had sent a hurried note to Molly apprizing her of Susy's arrival, and begging of her, if she valued her peace of mind, not to come near the Grange on this dreadful Sunday.
From Red Rose and Tiger Lily or, In a Wider World by Meade, L. T.
If so, should he do so without apprizing Egnatius of the real name and origin of his overseer?
From The Unwilling Vestal by White, Edward Lucas
With one quick apprizing glance the girl took in the two young men.
From Wild Wings A Romance of Youth by Piper, Margaret Rebecca
The king had been hunting all day; Charny felt somewhat uneasy at leaving without apprizing him; but the doctor promised to make his excuses.
From The Queen's Necklace by Dumas père, Alexandre
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