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Notifying Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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notifying

[ˈnəʊtɪfʌɪ ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

communication

Inform someone about something formally or officially.

Synonyms

advise, alert, apprise, inform.

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Word Description / Examples
notifying

Used in formal or official contexts where it is necessary to inform someone about an important event or change.

  • We are notifying all employees about the upcoming changes in the company policy
  • The manager is notifying the team about the deadline
inform

Used in both formal and informal settings when providing facts or information to someone.

  • Please inform me of any changes to the schedule
  • She informed her parents about the trip
advise

Commonly used when giving guidance, recommendations, or counsel based on expertise or experience.

  • I would advise you to see a doctor
  • The lawyer can advise on legal matters
alert

Used when someone needs to be warned or made aware of an urgent situation or potential danger.

  • The fire alarm will alert everyone in the building
  • They issued an alert for a severe weather warning
apprise

Typically used in formal or professional situations to inform someone about something, often emphasizing the importance of the information.

  • Please apprise me of any updates on the project
  • He was apprised of the critical situation immediately

Examples of usage

  • He was notified that his application had been successful.
  • I am writing to notify you of our decision.
Context #2 | Verb

notification

To make known; give notice or advice to; inform; advise.

Synonyms

advise, alert, apprise, inform.

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Word Description / Examples
notifying

Used to formally or officially tell someone about something, usually in writing.

  • The company is notifying all employees about the new policy.
  • Please notify us of any changes in your address.
inform

Used to communicate facts or information to someone. It can be formal or informal.

  • She informed me that she would be late.
  • We need to inform all stakeholders about the project update.
alert

Used to warn someone about something, often in emergencies or situations that require immediate attention.

  • The system alerts you if there is an error.
  • They issued an alert about the severe weather conditions.
advise

Used to give suggestions or recommendations based on knowledge or expertise. It often implies a guidance or warning.

  • I advise you to check the weather before leaving.
  • The doctor advised him to rest for a few days.
apprise

Used to inform someone about something, usually in a formal or official context. It is less common in everyday language.

  • Please apprise the committee of the latest developments.
  • I was apprised of the changes in the schedule.

Examples of usage

  • The public was notified of the upcoming event.
  • They notified all employees about the changes in the policy.

Translations

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Origin of 'notifying'

The word 'notify' originated from the Latin word 'notificare', which means 'to make known'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century. Over the centuries, 'notify' has been used to indicate the action of informing or making something known to someone. It has been a crucial part of formal communication and official announcements.

See also: notification, notifier.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,937, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.