Definitions

inform

[in-fawrm] / ɪnˈfɔrm /

VERB

communicate knowledge, information

Synonyms

STRONGEST

advise apprise brief caution educate instruct notify tell update warn

STRONG

acquaint betray blab clue edify endow endue enlighten familiarize forewarn illuminate inspire invest leak level post relate snitch squeal tattle teach tip tout

WEAK

fill in give a pointer give a tip give away give two cents let in on let know make conversant with send word show the ropes tell on wise

Antonyms

STRONGEST

hide learn

STRONG

be quiet conceal deceive keep secret mislead obscure withhold

WEAK

secret

Example Sentences

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An earlier version of this article incorrectly said it was legally named Inform.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 16, 2025

Everyone eligible for a flu jab should have received a text message, a phone call or a letter by now but they could go onto the NHS Inform website, and book an appointment.

From BBC • Dec. 4, 2025

A total of 91 practices listed on the NHS Inform website said they were now fully private.

From BBC • Oct. 17, 2024

“But the obligation of law enforcement to issue affirmative Miranda warnings remains the same: Inform the accused of their constitutional rights.”

From New York Times • Jun. 8, 2023

"I'd best see what Bywater wants. Inform my sister that I will attend her on my return."

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin

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