informative
/ɪnˈfɔːmətɪv/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Providing information; especially, providing useful or interesting information.
Adjective
Examples
I read a very informative newspaper article on that subject last week.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Of a standard or specification, not specifying requirements, but merely providing information.
Adjective
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “informative” mean?
Providing information; especially, providing useful or interesting information.
Is “informative” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.