Information

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Information

Information (pronunciation: /ˌɪnfərˈmeɪʃən/) is a term that refers to processed, organized, or structured data that is meaningful and useful. The term is derived from the Latin word "informare", which means to give form to the mind, to teach, or to describe.

Etymology

The term "information" comes from the Latin word "informare", which means to give form, to shape the mind, to teach, or to describe. It was first used in English in the 14th century to mean instruction or teaching. By the 17th century, it began to take on its modern meaning of facts or knowledge.

Related Terms

  • Data: Raw, unprocessed facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis.
  • Knowledge: Information and skills acquired through experience or education; the theoretical or practical understanding of a subject.
  • Wisdom: The quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment; the quality of being wise.
  • Intelligence: The ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills.
  • Communication: The imparting or exchanging of information by speaking, writing, or using some other medium.

See Also

References

  • Oxford English Dictionary, 2nd ed., 1989.
  • Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary, 11th ed., 2003.

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