411 — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈfȯr-ˈwən-ˈwən/

Meaning & Definition of 411

411 (noun)

  1. relevant information, skinny

411 (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a report of recent events or facts not previously known

    "received a call from their daughter, who excitedly gave them the 411 on all that had happened to her since arriving on campus"

    similar: advice(s), gen (chiefly British), info, information, intelligence, item, news, story, tidings, uncos (chiefly Scottish), word
    related: announcement, bulletin, communication, correspondence, dispatch, message, reportage, dope, lowdown, scoop, tidbit, tip, gossip, rumor, tale, tattle, feedback, disinformation, propaganda

  2. information not generally available to the public

    "a guide that will give you the 411 on what's hot and what's not"

    similar: book, dope, inside, lowdown, poop (slang), scoop, skinny (slang), tip
    related: dirt, dish, gossip, rumor, story, hint, pointer, information, intelligence, news, tidings, word
    near: ancient history, open secret

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for 411

The most common words with a similar meaning to 411:

Slang: poop, skinny
Chiefly British: gen
Chiefly Scottish: uncos
advice(s), info, information, intelligence, item, news, story, tidings, word, book, dope, inside, lowdown, scoop, tip

Related Words for 411

announcement, bulletin, communication, correspondence, dispatch, message, reportage, tidbit, gossip, rumor, tale, tattle, feedback, disinformation, propaganda, dirt, dish, hint, pointer

Near Antonyms of 411

ancient history, open secret

Origin & Etymology of 411

from the telephone number 411 used to reach directory assistance

First known use: 1982

Frequently Asked Questions about 411

What does "411" mean?

"411" means relevant information, skinny. As a noun, it is defined as: relevant information, skinny. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "411"?

Other words for "411" include advice(s), gen, info, information, intelligence, item, news and story. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "411" you intend.

What are different ways to say "411"?

There are 38 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "411". Common alternatives include advice(s), gen, info, information, intelligence, item, news, story, tidings and uncos.

How do you use "411" in a sentence?

Examples of "411" in a sentence: "received a call from their daughter, who excitedly gave them the 411 on all that had happened to her since arriving on campus"; "a guide that will give you the 411 on what's hot and what's not".

Is "411" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"411" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "411"?

"411" is pronounced /ˈfȯr-ˈwən-ˈwən/.

What is the origin of the word "411"?

"411" comes from from the telephone number 411 used to reach directory assistance. First known use: 1982.

What is another word for "411" meaning "a report of recent events or facts not previously known"?

When "411" (noun) means a report of recent events or facts not previously known, synonyms include advice(s), gen, info, information, intelligence and item.