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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Zaslav told Warner’s board “he informed the Ellisons that it would be inappropriate to discuss any such arrangements at that time,” Warner said in the Monday filing.

From The Wall Street Journal

A near-total internet blackout, introduced when the war started, is still in place, making it difficult for people to stay informed and communicate, let alone mobilize.

From The Wall Street Journal

A sign on the door informed me that it was run by the YMCA.

From Literature

Starmer acknowledged that his recent visit to Northern Ireland, during which he spoke to people facing rising bills, had helped inform his view of the crisis.

From BBC

The nursery informed the council's Local Authority Designated Officer - who deals with allegations against adults working with children - and Avon and Somerset Police were alerted the following day.

From BBC

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