informative

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Definition

Providing a lot of useful or interesting information; something that teaches or explains things clearly.

Usage & Nuances

"Informative" is formal and positive; it's often used to describe books, articles, talks, or experiences that teach something new. It does not mean 'fun' or 'entertaining'. Common phrase: 'very informative'. Don't confuse with 'informational' (rarely used for people or events).

Spanish: informativo - instructivoPortuguese (BR): informativo - instrutivoPortuguese (PT): informativo - instrutivoChinese (Simplified): 信息丰富的 - 有教育意义的Chinese (Traditional): 資訊豐富的 - 有教育意義的Hindi: सूचनाप्रद - जानकारीपूर्णArabic: مفيد بالمعلومات - تثقيفي

Example Sentences

The teacher gave an informative lesson about plants.

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This website is very informative for beginners.

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I found the book quite informative.

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Thanks for your informative presentation; I learned a lot.

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That documentary was surprisingly informative, not just entertaining.

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His report was so informative that everyone understood the issue clearly.

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