informed

adjective in·formed \ in-ˈfȯrmd \

Updated on: 8 Dec 2017

Definition of informed

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

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informedly

play \in-ˈfȯrmd-lē, -ˈfȯr-məd-lē\ adverb

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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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City officials said this week that the citizen group and the city would provide information to voters to make an informed decision.

— steve lord, Aurora Beacon-News, "Group seeks end of Aurora Election Commission," 18 Oct. 2017
The narrative has been written without giving consumers context on which to base an informed opinion.

— ashley weatherford, The Cut, "The Black Model in That Dove Ad Is Defending It," 10 Oct. 2017
When shopping for organics, experts say the labels are a starting point for making informed choices, but often more homework is necessary.

— rick barrett, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "All foods labeled organic aren't necessarily the same; suspicions raised over imports," 2 Oct. 2017
The group provides the patient and referring doctor with a consensus recommendation within 24 hours so that patients can make an informed decision to begin treatment immediately.

— chicagotribune.com, "Silver Cross offers comprehensive breast care close to home," 28 Sep. 2017
Though most visitors to Rome remain within the historic center, an informed choice is to venture outside the Aurelian walls for a true taste of the city and its locals.

— elle decor staff, ELLE Decor, "ELLE DECOR Goes to Rome," 22 Aug. 2011
Use the comments to share your thoughts, and stay informed when readers reply to your comments by using the Notification Settings (in blue) just below.

— guest columnist/cleveland.com, cleveland.com, "Remembering D.C. moratorium to end Vietnam war: Jane Schierloh (Opinion)," 5 Nov. 2017
With that reminder Kim calls her more informed sister, Khloé.

— mariah smith, The Cut, "The Kardashian Sisters Are Trying to Figure Out Relationships," 30 Oct. 2017
County spokeswoman Kim Nava said Monday that officials will maintain contact with the control board to stay informed about future tests on the river.

— brad branan, sacbee, "Folsom Lake and Lake Natoma had high E. coli readings. Should the public be warned?," 11 Oct. 2017

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: having information
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