apprise

¹

or ap·prize

[ uh-prahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, ap·prised, ap·pris·ing.

1. to give notice to; inform; advise (often followed by of ):

   to be apprised of the death of an old friend.

apprise

²

[ uh-prahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, Obsolete.

, ap·prised, ap·pris·ing.

1. an obsolete variant of appraise.

apprise

/ əˈpraɪz /

verb

1. troften foll byof to make aware; inform

Usage

See appraise

Word History and Origins

Origin of apprise¹

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of apprise¹

C17: from French appris, from apprendre to teach; learn; see apprehend

Example Sentences

One buyer who had placed an offer is deciding what to do, after being apprised of the graffiti damage, the agent said.

From Los Angeles Times

William’s aunt, Sarah, Duchess of York, praised Catherine for how well she’s handled the public interest in wanting to be apprised of her journey.

From Seattle Times

Cohen said Trump had an “open-door policy” so executives could meet him in his office, without appointment, and keep him apprised of developments.

From Seattle Times

She added that the Bureau of Prisons has “proceeded sluggishly with intentional disregard of the inmates’ constitutional rights despite being fully apprised of the situation for years.

From Seattle Times

Some people, for example, will be apprised of Ms. Swift’s plans ahead of time and could conceivably make wagers.

From New York Times

Related Words

• advise
• apprize
• brief
• inform
• notify