well-informed

American  

[wel-in-fawrmd] / ˈwɛl ɪnˈfɔrmd /

adjective

1. having extensive knowledge, as in one particular subject or in a variety of subjects.

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well-informed British  

adjective

1. having knowledge about a great variety of subjects

   he seems to be a well-informed person

2. possessing reliable information on a particular subject

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Etymology

Origin of well-informed

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50

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Example Sentences

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well-informed

"Instead, she's cut back on the sauce. She makes well-informed and helpful comments about the amateur bakers' efforts."

From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026

"Americans deserve representation in Congress that is not only well-informed on cutting-edge AI development, but also has the wherewithal to cross the aisle," they said in a joint statement.

From Barron's ● Sep. 16, 2026

After the speech, Mr. Hegseth stayed on message, delivering coherent and well-informed answers to questioners from large and small powers across the region.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 1, 2026

So do well-informed experts and, more troubling, insiders with the ability to manipulate the betting markets that are proliferating so rapidly.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 12, 2026

In Seoul, even when he was surrounded by solicitous and well-informed friends, Shin found it all but impossible to ask for help.

From "Escape from Camp 14: One Man's Remarkable Odyssey from North Korea to Freedom in the West" by Blaine Harden

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