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informed

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌɪnˈfɔɹmd// UK //ɪnfˈɔːmd// in·formed Archaic

v. having a lot of knowledge or information about a specific subject. You use this to describe someone who has studied the facts before making a choice.

v. possessing or based on relevant knowledge, facts, or data. Frequently used to describe decisions, opinions, or individuals who have been properly briefed.


SIMPLE

She made an informed decision after reading all the reports.

CONTEXTUAL

The doctor ensured the patient was fully informed about the risks before the surgery began.

COMPLEX

An informed electorate is considered a cornerstone of a healthy democracy, as it allows citizens to evaluate policy proposals based on evidence rather than rhetoric.

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Etymology 1

From inform + -ed.

Etymology 2

From in- + formed; the first sense probably uses in- (“in”), while the second sense uses in- (“prefix of negation”).

Usage

Commonly modifies nouns like 'decision', 'choice', 'consent', or 'opinion'.

Pitfall

he is very informed in historyhe is very informed about historyThe adjective typically takes the preposition 'about' or 'on' when specifying the subject matter.

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