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 

-ˈfȯrmd-lē

adverb

Synonyms of informed

• reasoned
• logical
• reasonable
• valid
• sensible
• good
• rational
• justified

Examples of informed in a Sentence

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

When consumers know which companies pay claims fairly and which do not, they are empowered to make informed choices. —Patrick Wolff, Oc Register, 2 May 2026

But when schools share a more complete picture of student achievement, families can make informed decisions — prioritizing consistent attendance and supporting learning in and out of the classroom. —Arne Duncan, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026

Sometimes that may mean applying for several opportunities at once, seeing what the results are, and then making an informed decision. —Theo Wolf, CNBC, 1 May 2026

That opens the door to more informed, collaborative care. —Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 1 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing informed

• ill-informed
• informed consent
• informed decision
• informed opinion
• well-informed

Rhymes for informed

• misinformed
• outperformed
• undeformed
• uniformed
• uninformed
• unperformed
• unreformed
• untransformed
• conformed
• deformed
• malformed
• performed

Kids Definition

informed

adjective

in·​formed in-ˈfȯ(ə)rmd 

: having or based on information

informed sources

an informed decision

Legal Definition

informed

adjective

in·​formed

: based on or made with essential information

an informed judgment