March 2, 2026
notify
/ˈnoʊtɪfaɪ/verb
To officially tell someone about something that has happened or will happen.
Example sentences
- “The school will notify parents if classes are cancelled because of snow.”
- “Please notify the front desk if you plan to check out late.”
More formal than 'tell': authorities notify next of kin. You notify a person of a fact.