apprised

[uh-prahyzd]

apprised Definition

• 1. to inform or tell someone about something
• 2. to give someone information about something

Using apprised: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "apprised" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I will keep you apprised of any developments in the situation.

• Example

  She apprised me of the latest changes to the project.

• Example

  He was apprised of the risks involved before making his decision.

apprised Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for apprised

• inform
• notify
• advise

Antonyms for apprised

• keep in the dark
• withhold information

Phrases with apprised

• be apprised of something

  to be informed or made aware of something

  Example

  The board members were apprised of the company's financial situation.

• keep someone apprised

  to keep someone informed or up-to-date on a situation

  Example

  Please keep me apprised of any changes to the schedule.

• apprise oneself of something

  to learn or become informed about something

  Example

  Before making a decision, it is important to apprise oneself of all the relevant facts.

Origins of apprised

from Old French 'appris', meaning 'informed'

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Summary: apprised in Brief

'Apprised' [uh-prahyzd] means to inform or tell someone about something. It is often used in formal contexts, such as business or legal settings, and can be synonymous with 'notify' or 'advise.' Phrases like 'keep someone apprised' and 'be apprised of something' are common, while 'apprise oneself of something' means to learn or become informed about something.