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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Consulate General in the southern Chinese city of Guangzhou had been informed, and that Min Zin’s legal rights would be respected.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
“Luciano is a great friend. I don’t get angry at my friends,” the mogul subsequently informed the New York Times.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
“With informed discussion, creative thinking and timely legislative action, Social Security will continue to protect future generations.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
The i newspaper, which first reported the story, said it was found behind a ceiling panel within the last two months, and security services have been informed.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Vinny soon found his own explanation: When he’d picked up the other line, Eisman had been informed that his first child, a newborn son named Max, had died.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
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