informationem (Latin)

Where does "informationem" come from?

The Latin word "informationem" is the accusative singular form of "īnfōrmātiō," which means "a shaping, forming, or informing." Originating from the Latin verb "informare," meaning "to form or shape," the term evolved from the idea of giving form or shape to something. Over time, this concept broadened to encompass imparting knowledge or instruction, laying the foundation for the modern English word "information."

Updated February 2026

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