inform — to give facts or information to someone
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to give facts or information to someone
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈfɔːrm/
Example Sentences
- I forgot to inform my mom that I was staying late, so she called the police thinking I was kidnapped.
- The weather app failed to inform us about the sudden rain, leaving everyone soaked.
- Please inform your cat that 3 AM is not an appropriate time for a concert.
inform
VERB[/ɪnˈfɔːrm/]
to give facts or information to someone
to give facts or information to someone
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'informare' meaning 'to form, shape, or instruct,' composed of the prefix 'in-' (into) and 'formare' (to form), derived from 'forma' (form or shape).
Breakdown
in- (into) + form (shape, give form to) + -ify/-ate (make/cause) = inform (to give form to someone's mind, to instruct or tell)
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📝Examples
“I forgot to inform my mom that I was staying late, so she called the police thinking I was kidnapped.”
“The weather app failed to inform us about the sudden rain, leaving everyone soaked.”
“Please inform your cat that 3 AM is not an appropriate time for a concert.”
“Students must inform their teachers if they will be absent from class.”
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