Apprise

/əˈprɪs/

Meaning & Definition

verb
To inform or notify someone about something.
Please apprise me of any changes to the schedule.
To make someone aware of something.
The teacher apprised the students of the upcoming exam.
To advise or alert someone regarding an important matter.
The manager was apprised of the situation during the meeting.
To provide information to someone.
She took the time to apprise her colleagues of the new policies.

Etymology

Middle English apprisen, from Latin apprise, ad + prīsen to press.

Common Phrases and Expressions

keep someone apprised
to keep someone informed or updated about a situation.
apprise someone of something
to inform someone about something.

Related Words

inform
To provide information.
notify
To formally inform someone.
advise
To offer suggestions about the best course of action.

Slang Meanings

To give a heads up.
I'll apprize you later if something comes up.
To fill in on the details.
Make sure to apprize me about the party plans.