informed

adjective

in·​formed in-ˈfȯrmd How to pronounce informed (audio)
1
a
: having information
informed sources
informed observers
b
: based on possession of information
an informed opinion
2
: educated, knowledgeable
what the informed person should know
informedly
in-ˈfȯr-məd-lē How to pronounce informed (audio)
-ˈfȯrmd-lē
adverb

Examples of informed in a Sentence

Informed sources told us of the new policy. We need to spend more time researching our options so that we can make an informed choice.
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The website provides detailed descriptions, images and bidding timelines to help potential buyers make informed decisions. Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025 Participants leave with a better understanding of how their choices impact their health, empowering them to make informed decisions moving forward. Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025 Stay informed, stay calm, and if all else fails, seek legal advice. Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 10 Feb. 2025 More than her daughter’s impending departure, what breaks Susan’s heart is having been left in the dark by the person she was supposed to be the closest with, and humiliated in front of Alan and Jacinta, who are now married and more informed on Brooke’s plans. Tomris Laffly, Variety, 7 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for informed 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of informed was in the 15th century

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“Informed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/informed. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

informed

adjective
in·​formed in-ˈfȯ(ə)rmd How to pronounce informed (audio)
: having or based on information
informed sources
an informed decision

Legal Definition

informed

adjective
in·​formed
: based on or made with essential information
an informed judgment

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