past and past participle
Gave a person or group the facts or details they needed to know, or was given those facts.
The school informed parents about the schedule change.
We were informed of the delay by email.
American English
How to pronounce informed
verb · adjectiveB1Common word
ihnFORMD
/ɪnˈfɔɹmd̚/
2 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
Form of inform
Informed is both a past form of inform and a common adjective meaning knowledgeable.
Gave a person or group the facts or details they needed to know, or was given those facts.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
past and past participle
Gave direction or shape to a decision, idea, or piece of work, or was shaped by something.
The new evidence informed our decision.
The design was informed by local traditions.
adjective
Having the knowledge or facts needed to understand a subject or make a good decision.
She is informed about current events.
An informed patient can ask better questions.
Useful expressions
to make sure that someone continues to know the latest facts
Please keep me informed about the project.