informal
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adjective \(ˌ)in-ˈfȯr-məl\Definition of INFORMAL
1
: marked by the absence of formality or ceremony <an informal meeting>
2
: characteristic of or appropriate to ordinary, casual, or familiar use <informal clothes>
— in·for·mal·i·ty \-(ˌ)fȯr-ˈma-lə-tē, -fər-\ noun
— in·for·mal·ly \-ˈfȯr-mə-lē\ adverb
See Examples of INFORMAL
- We had an informal meeting over lunch.
- He has an informal manner that puts people at ease.
- He spoke to them in informal Spanish.
- The term is common in informal contexts.
- He took an informal poll among his coworkers.
First Known Use of INFORMAL
1585
Related to INFORMAL
- Synonyms
- heterodox, irregular, unceremonious, unconventional, unorthodox
- Antonyms
- ceremonial, ceremonious, conventional, formal, orthodox, regular, routine
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