inform

Definitions

• (archaic) To instruct, train (usually in matters of knowledge).
• (transitive) To communicate knowledge to.
• (intransitive) To impart information or knowledge.
• To act as an informer; denounce.
• (transitive) To give form or character to; to inspire (with a given quality); to affect, influence (with a pervading principle, idea etc.).
• (obsolete) To make known, wisely and/or knowledgeably.
• (obsolete) To direct, guide.
• (archaic) To take form; to become visible or manifest; to appear.