Informant

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Pronunciation: /ɪnˈfɔrmənt/

Definitions of informant

noun a person who provides information or assistance, especially to authorities

Example Sentences

A1 The informant told the police about the robbery.

A2 The informant provided valuable information to the authorities.

B1 The informant's identity was kept confidential for their safety.

B2 The informant was a key witness in the trial.

C1 The informant's testimony led to the arrest of several criminals.

C2 The informant's role in the investigation was crucial for solving the case.

adjective pertaining to or serving as an informant

Example Sentences

A1 The informant neighbor told the police about the suspicious activity.

A2 The informant witness provided crucial information to the authorities.

B1 The informant source revealed the location of the hidden treasure.

B2 The informant informant's identity was kept confidential for their safety.

C1 The informant informant's testimony was crucial in solving the case.

C2 The informant informant's credibility was questioned due to conflicting statements.

Examples of informant in a Sentence

formal The informant provided crucial information to the authorities.

informal The informant spilled the beans to the cops.

slang The snitch ratted out his friends to save himself.

figurative The informant was like a beacon of light in the dark world of crime.

Grammatical Forms of informant

past tense

informed

plural

informants

comparative

more informant

superlative

most informant

present tense

inform

future tense

will inform

perfect tense

has informed

continuous tense

is informing

singular

informant

positive degree

informant

infinitive

to inform

gerund

informing

participle

informed

Origin and Evolution of informant

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'informant' originated from the Latin word 'informantem' which means 'he who informs'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to someone who provides information or intelligence to authorities, the term 'informant' has evolved over time to also encompass individuals who provide information in various contexts, such as journalism, research, and everyday communication.