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Information

UK /["/ˌɪnfəˈmeɪʃn/"]/US /["/ˌɪnfərˈmeɪʃn/"]/

Definition

facts or details about somebody/something

In simple words: Facts or details about something.

Examples

  • Can you provide me with more information about the event?
  • I found some interesting information in that book.
  • The information you need is on the website.
  • She gave me some helpful information about the city.
  • It's important to verify the information you read online.

Usage notes

Use 'information' in various contexts, such as academic settings or casual conversation. Avoid using it in overly casual settings where simpler terms like 'facts' might fit better.

Grammar pattern

info + about / on + object

Memory hint

Think of 'info' as a short form of 'information' — like a shortened version of a lengthy text.

Collocations

  • accurate
  • correct
  • precise
  • item
  • piece
  • bit
  • contain
  • have
  • retain
  • pertain to something
  • relate to something
  • lead to something
  • provider
  • service
  • booth
  • according to information
  • for somebody’s information
  • information about
  • access to information
  • the exchange of information
  • the flow of information

Synonyms

  • data
  • facts
  • details
  • knowledge
  • intel

Antonyms

  • ignorance
  • uncertainty
  • confusion

Common mistakes

  • Using 'informations' as a plural form.
  • Confusing 'information' with 'data' (data is often raw and unprocessed).
  • Incorrectly using 'information' as countable.