informed

adjective

in·​formed in-ˈfȯrmd 

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

informedly

in-ˈfȯr-məd-lē 

-ˈfȯrmd-lē

adverb

Synonyms

• commonsense
• commonsensible
• commonsensical
• firm
• good
• hard
• just
• justified
• levelheaded
• logical
• rational
• reasonable
• reasoned
• sensible
• sober
• solid
• valid
• well-founded

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Channels like direct mail, email updates and occasional call campaigns keep them informed without overwhelming them. —Barri Rafferty, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024

One crucial aspect of prosocial media is the ability to allow people to collaboratively add context to potentially misleading information, thereby fostering a more informed discourse. —Audrey Tang, WIRED, 26 Nov. 2024

The officer can then integrate real-time observations with the AI's insights to swiftly make informed decisions. —Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024

This system enables educators to collect data, collaborate, and make informed decisions—all aimed at fostering students' social and emotional learning (SEL). —William Mullane, USA TODAY, 26 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing informed

• ill-informed
• informed consent
• informed decision
• informed opinion
• well-informed

Kids Definition

informed

adjective

in·​formed in-ˈfȯ(ə)rmd 

: having or based on information

informed sources

an informed decision

Legal Definition

informed

adjective

in·​formed

: based on or made with essential information

an informed judgment