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

  • (..) Why is Private Pyle holding that weapon?. Why aren't you stomping Private Pyle's guts out?. Sir, it is the private's duty to inform the senior drill instructor... ...that Private Pyle has a full magazine and has locked and loaded, sir. Now you listen to me, Private Pyle... ...and you listen good. (..)
    1987 Full Metal Jacket