inform

verb

UK /ɪnˈfɔːm/

US /ɪnˈfɔːrm/

To tell someone something they need to know.

Please inform the teacher if you feel sick.

SYNONYMS

tell notify advise brief update

RELATED WORDS

information informative informed informant

OTHER MEANINGS

2. To give someone facts or news about a situation.

The police informed the family about the accident.

3. To influence or give character to something, such as a style or decision.

Her travels informed the way she writes stories.

4. To officially report something to an authority.

He informed the police about the stolen bike.