apprise

¹ American  

[uh-prahyz] / əˈpraɪz /

verb (used with object)

Obsolete.

apprised, apprising

1. an obsolete variant of appraise.

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apprise ² American  

[uh-prahyz] / əˈpraɪz /

Or apprize

verb (used with object)

apprised, apprising

1. to give notice to; inform; advise (often followed byof ).

   to be apprised of the death of an old friend.

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apprise British  

/ əˈpraɪz /

verb

1. to make aware; inform

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Etymology

Origin of apprise

First recorded in 1685–95; from French appris “taught, informed,” past participle of apprendre; apprehend

Example Sentences

As you note, your stepsister apprised him of the risks inherent in a revocable trust, the most significant being that its terms could be changed upon his passing.

From MarketWatch

Collins recently reached two years without a drink — something he was apprised of by his assistant, who marked the occasion by bringing him a “2” balloon.

From Los Angeles Times

Or, “I am following the guidelines of the trust and keeping little Laura’s parents apprised of all actions. If you want to discuss it, you should ask them.”

From MarketWatch

Probation Department apprised of his earnings and tax records.

From Los Angeles Times

The U.S. military was kept apprised of the operation, according to people involved in her escape.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• advise
• apprize
• brief
• inform
• notify