notify
This term carries a strong sense of formality and officialdom. It is typically used in professional, legal, or administrative contexts where a specific protocol for communication is followed, rather than in casual conversation. Using this word suggests that the information being conveyed is a matter of record or a requirement of a contract. In modern technical contexts, the word has evolved to describe automated system behaviors. It refers to the transmission of a digital alert or a push notification from a software application to a user or another system, shifting the agency from a human sender to an algorithmic trigger.
Meanings
To officially inform someone about a fact or a piece of information.
"The company will notify the successful candidates by email."
To give formal notice to a person or organization, often as required by law or regulation.
"The tenant must notify the landlord of any repairs needed in the property."