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informational

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌɪnfɝˈmeɪʃənəɫ// UK //ˌɪnfəmˈeɪʃənəl// in·for·ma·tion·al

adj. giving facts or details about a subject. You use this to describe things like books, websites, or talks that help you learn something new.

adj. relating to or providing facts and knowledge. Typically used attributively to describe media or communication intended to educate rather than entertain.


SIMPLE

The website provides informational videos about healthy eating.

CONTEXTUAL

The museum guide gave an informational talk about the history of the local ruins.

COMPLEX

While the documentary was visually stunning, its primary value was informational, offering a detailed breakdown of the complex geopolitical factors that led to the conflict.

Usage

Typically placed before the noun it modifies; often contrasted with 'promotional' or 'entertainment'.

Pitfall

an informative websitean informational websiteWhile often used interchangeably, 'informational' describes the purpose of the content, whereas 'informative' suggests the content was actually helpful or enlightening.

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