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notify Synonyms

Another word for notify

Choosing another word for notify depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To inform someone of something, typically in a formal or official manner.

Usage Example

"The university will inform applicants of its admission decisions by the end of the month."

Strongest
inform
apprise
advise
Strong
alert
tell
acquaint
warn

• verb (Context 2)

To give formal or official notice of an event, condition, or legal requirement to the relevant authorities.

Usage Example

"Doctors are legally required to report any suspected cases of the infectious disease to the public health board."

Strongest
report
declare
Strong
announce
register
disclose

Opposites of notify

The opposite of notify shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

conceal
hide
withhold
suppress
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• Nearby Words

notifiable
notification
notifier
notify
notion
notional
notionally

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Notify. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/notify
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