informed
UK[ɪnˈfɔːmd]US[ɪnˈfɔːrmd]
adj
having or showing a lot of knowledge about a particular subject or situation
adj
based on an understanding of the facts of a situation
Morpheme Breakdown
in
form
ed
in
in
form
shape
ed
adjective suffix
Etymology
the word 'informed' originates from the latin verb 'informare', which literally meant 'to shape, form, or give shape to'. this verb combined 'in-' (into) and 'forma' (a form or mold), carrying the sense of imparting a form or idea to the mind. in middle english, it was adopted via old french 'enformer' with the meaning 'to instruct or teach', evolving to describe the state of being mentally shaped by knowledge. the modern adjective 'informed' thus retains this core logic: one who has been 'put into form' or shaped by knowledge possesses understanding and is able to make decisions based on that acquired form.
Analysis
Structure: in (in) + form (shape) + ed (adjective suffix)
- in: a latin prefix meaning 'in, into, on, upon'.
- form: from latin 'forma', meaning 'shape, form, appearance, beauty'.
- ed: an old english suffix used to form adjectives from verbs or nouns, indicating a state or condition.
Examples
she made an informed decision after reading all the reports.
keep me informed of any developments in the case.
he is remarkably well-informed about contemporary art.