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

  • (..) While actually sitting with the Captain and First Officer. It's extraordinary. That was no simulation? No it wasn't. Gentlemen, I want to inform you that the left engine was recovered. I'll just proceed to a comprehensive report. There was extensive damage to the fan blades of the engine, (..)
    2016 Sully