inform sb (of/about sth)to tell sb about sth, especially in an official way 通知；通告◆The employer must inform the employee of its decision. 雇主必须将其决定通知员工。◆I am pleased to inform you that you have been selected for interview. 我很高兴地通知你，你已获选参加面试。◆It's vital to keep staff informed. 将有关情况随时通知员工是至关重要的。➡notify
to influence sth; to be the basis for sth 影响；作为…的基础◆This belief has always informed the board's decisions. 这个信念总是影响董事会的决策。