inform

Definition

  • verb: to give information to (someone)
  • verb: to give material form to
  • synonyms: shapeless, ugly, deformed

Examples

  • Frequent reports from the battlefield kept the general 'informed' about how the attack was progressing.

  • Despite pressure from the police he refused to 'inform on' the other conspirators.

  • I am sorry to have to 'inform' [='tell'] you that your flight has been delayed.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - We fight for your freedom. From what I can see, you get young boys injured. We need a doctor. JUDAH: No, a doctor would inform the centurions. Go and get a candle. Go. (MAN WHIMPERING) I need your knife. What's your name? - Dismas. (..)
    2016 Ben-Hur