Verbs for Informing and Naming · Verbs: Verbal Action

to give someone essential information or instructions about a particular subject or task

"Brief the team before the presentation."

"The general briefed the soldiers on the mission plan before they parachuted behind enemy lines that night."

to officially let someone know about something

"Please notify us of any changes."

"Please notify the front desk immediately if you experience any problems with your room during your stay at the hotel."

to notify someone about a situation, event, or information

"Please apprise me of any developments."

"The manager apprised the team of the new safety regulations before they began working on the construction site."

to provide someone with information and make them aware of something

"Clue me in on the secret."

"Can you clue me in on what happened at the meeting because I was sick and could not attend."

to give a name to something, such as a book, movie, article, etc.

"She titles her new book "The Journey"."

"The author titled his new book The Last Voyage after the main theme of the story."

to give a specific setting to an event, place, etc.

"The party themes around tropical island style."

"The party planner themed the entire event around the roaring twenties with flapper dresses and jazz music."

to describe something using a specific word or phrase

"The agreement terms the payment schedule clearly."

"This condition is termed seasonal affective disorder which is a type of depression related to changes in seasons."

to give a new name to someone or something

"They rename the street after a hero."

"The city council voted to rename the main street after the civil rights leader who was born there."

to give a name to something

"They denominate the group."

"The currency is denominated in dollars and cents with coins for smaller amounts and paper bills for larger amounts."

to give someone or something a name in honor or in memory of another person or thing

"He was named after his grandfather."

"The young couple decided to name their baby daughter after her beloved grandmother who had recently passed away."

to give someone or something a different name, often to show affection or emphasize a particular trait

"Fans nickname the athlete "The Flash"."

"The fans nicknamed the famous basketball player Air Jordan because of his incredible ability to jump high and fly through the air."

to give a written or spoken description of an event to someone

"Report the incident now."

"The eyewitness was asked to report everything she saw to the police immediately after the accident occurred."

to make information, knowledge, or a skill known or understood

"The teacher imparts knowledge to students."

"The experienced mentor tried to impart his valuable knowledge and wisdom to the younger employees before he retired from the company."

to give information about someone or something, especially in an official manner

"We will inform you about the decision."

"Please inform the receptionist when you arrive so she can notify the manager of your presence."

to pass on information from one party to another

"His tone conveys sadness and regret."

"His tone of voice conveyed sadness and regret even though his words were meant to be comforting."

to formally provide someone with information

"Advise caution."

"The travel agency will advise all clients about potential travel disruptions."

to inform someone with facts or news

"Fill me in."

"Could you please fill me in on the details of the meeting I missed?"

to pass on information or messages from one place or person to another

"Relay the message to your team."

"Please relay this important message to the manager as soon as you see him because it is very urgent."

to give a title to something, such as a book, movie, piece of art, etc.

"Entitle this story."

"The author decided to entitle his latest novel 'The Whispering Woods'."

to give a name to something or someone

"Name the dog please."

"The proud parents decided to name their newborn baby after his grandfather."

to give a name or title to someone or something

"Call him the leader."

"They decided to call their new puppy 'Buddy' because he was so friendly."

to give someone or something a nickname, often to show affection or to highlight a specific trait

"Dub him 'King'."

"The fans affectionately dub their charismatic leader 'The Maestro'."

to give someone or something a specific name or term

"Style this idea."

"The marketing team will style this innovative concept as a revolutionary breakthrough."