Meaning & use
inform
To give someone facts or knowledge about a particular subject or situation.
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The airline informed passengers about the delay as soon as it was confirmed.
The pamphlet informs new employees about company benefits and policies.
A note on using this word
In a more abstract sense, 'inform' can mean to shape or influence, as in 'experience informs judgment.'
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