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
adverb -ˈfȯrmd-lē
Synonyms
- commonsense
- commonsensible
- commonsensical
- firm
- good
- hard
- just
- justified
- levelheaded
- logical
- rational
- reasonable
- reasoned
- sensible
- sober
- solid
- valid
- well-founded
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Example Sentences
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 The All-Trac's outside appearance is just enough different from the GT-S's to signal the informed observer without attracting the gawkers. 
Patrick Bedard, Car and Driver, 16 Sep. 2022 Residents can provide optional information to a database to help emergency responders provide a more informed response in the case of an emergency. Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 12 Sep. 2022 Ultimately, Williams said residents are much more informed and engaged. jsonline.com, 8 Sep. 2022 The fact that there is a show to put those thoughts into is very helpful, especially because these writers rooms are full of thoughtful, informed people. Mikey O'connell, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Sep. 2022 This is an act of love to be well informed and to think about aspirational fairness. NBC News, 26 Aug. 2022 For residents who opt to spend the hot weekend outdoors, Dr. Tomás Aragón, the state’s public health officer, urged them to stay hydrated, cool and informed. Sarah Ravani, San Francisco Chronicle, 3 Sep. 2022 And still, the doctor patiently offered the country his most informed advice. Robin Givhan, Washington Post, 23 Aug. 2022 New fire station issue fact sheet: Be an informed resident. cleveland, 21 Aug. 2022 See More
Patrick Bedard, Car and Driver, 16 Sep. 2022 Residents can provide optional information to a database to help emergency responders provide a more informed response in the case of an emergency. Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 12 Sep. 2022 Ultimately, Williams said residents are much more informed and engaged. jsonline.com, 8 Sep. 2022 The fact that there is a show to put those thoughts into is very helpful, especially because these writers rooms are full of thoughtful, informed people. Mikey O'connell, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Sep. 2022 This is an act of love to be well informed and to think about aspirational fairness. NBC News, 26 Aug. 2022 For residents who opt to spend the hot weekend outdoors, Dr. Tomás Aragón, the state’s public health officer, urged them to stay hydrated, cool and informed. Sarah Ravani, San Francisco Chronicle, 3 Sep. 2022 And still, the doctor patiently offered the country his most informed advice. Robin Givhan, Washington Post, 23 Aug. 2022 New fire station issue fact sheet: Be an informed resident. cleveland, 21 Aug. 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a
Phrases Containing informed
Legal Definition
informed
adjective
in·formed
: based on or made with essential information
an informed judgment
informed 1 of 2
adjective
1
as in reasoned
based on sound reasoning or information the expert's informed opinion persuaded many fence-sitters to get a flu shot Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- reasoned
- logical
- reasonable
- valid
- sensible
- good
- rational
- justified
- solid
- hard
- sober
- true
- just
- firm
- validated
- commonsense
- plausible
- levelheaded
- commonsensical
- credible
- actual
- real
- well-founded
- commonsensible
- confirmed
- convincing
- substantiated
- sure
- verified
- certain
- corroborated
- certified
- cogent
- colorable
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- uninformed
- unreasonable
- irrational
- unfounded
- unjustified
- invalid
- illogical
- unsound
- groundless
- nonsensical
- nonrational
- unsubstantiated
- unwarranted
- unsupported
- weak
- unreasoned
- nonvalid
- implausible
- unconvincing
- misguided
- false
- flimsy
- fallacious
- misled
2
as in acquainted
having information especially as a result of study or experience people who are informed about nutrition have some serious misgivings about this new diet Synonyms & Similar Words
- acquainted
- aware
- familiar
- up
- knowledgeable
- abreast
- conversant
- well-informed
- versed
- up-to-date
- at home
- cognizant
- alive
- conscious
- mindful
- in the know
- heedful
- sentient
- au courant
- sensible
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- uninformed
- ignorant
- unaware
- unfamiliar
- unconscious
- oblivious
- blind
- unmindful
- unacquainted
- unknowledgeable
- unwitting
- insensible
- unknowing
- inattentive
- unheeding
informed
2 of 2verb
1
as in talked
to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities the police only caught the mastermind of the burglary because his disgruntled partner informed Synonyms & Similar Words
- talked
- finked
- snitched
- squeaked
- betrayed
- squealed
- sang
- sung
- grassed (on)
- dropped a dime (on)
- told (on)
- tattled
- blabbed
- turned in
- split (on)
- ratted (on)
- gave away
- backstabbed
- crossed
- double-crossed
- two-timed
- sold (out)
- tipped (off)
2
as in advised
to give information to chose teaching as a career because it affords the opportunity to inform a whole generation of young minds Synonyms & Similar Words
- advised
- told
- instructed
- briefed
- apprised
- educated
- enlightened
- notified
- acquainted
- alerted
- taught
- familiarized
- versed
- convinced
- cleared
- assured
- hipped
- reassured
- caught up
- filled in
- clued (in)
- let someone know
- advertised
- lectured
- kept (someone) posted
- wised (up)
- certified
- schooled
- disillusioned
- warranted
- disabused
- tutored
- disenchanted
- undeceived
- announced (to)
- disclosed (to)
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- misled
- misinformed