Well-informed

AWARE

Think of a word that describes someone who stays alert to their surroundings or current events, often used in phrases like "stay ___ of scams."

"Well-informed" is a straightforward definition clue pointing to someone who knows what’s going on. The answer "AWARE" fits perfectly because it means having knowledge or perception of a situation. There’s no hidden wordplay here—just a direct synonym match, which is common in simpler crossword clues. Think of phrases like "stay aware" or "become aware," which align with the idea of being informed.