well-informed

adjective

well-in·​formed ˈwel-in-ˈfȯrmd How to pronounce well-informed (audio)
1
: having extensive knowledge especially of current topics and events
2
: thoroughly knowledgeable in a particular subject

Examples of well-informed in a Sentence

patients considering LASIK surgery should be well-informed about the risks and possible complications
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Businesses can send appointment reminders using SMS so clients remain well-informed, helping reduce no-shows. Phil Portman, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024 Ultimately, even cautious and well-informed companies and consumers pay more as these fees accumulate. Rob Almond, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024 No, not with an alert and well-informed electorate. Cecilia Menjívar, Scientific American, 23 Sep. 2024 Overcoming hindsight bias not only enhances learning from past experiences but also leads to more resilient and well-informed decisions, ultimately enabling better outcomes in an unpredictable world. Bryce Hoffman, Forbes, 22 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for well-informed 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of well-informed was in the 15th century

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“Well-informed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-informed. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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