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
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Examples of informal in a Sentence
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.
Recent Examples of informal from the Web
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This is only one example of Trump’s bristling at the formal and informal checks that exist on his power.
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The Correspondence section usually consists of short letters to the editor or somewhat informal observations from doctors and scientists.
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The format of the discussion was an informal question and answer session with a captive audience of 150 people consisting mainly of JAFCO families, donors and friends of the not for profit organization.
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Often an informal transcript of the call is made and circulated among a select group – sometimes a small clutch of aides, sometimes a broader group of foreign policy officials.
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Often an informal transcript of the call is made and circulated among a select group -- sometimes a small clutch of aides, sometimes a broader group of foreign policy officials.
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Dr. Temple Grandin, prominent author and speaker on both autism and animal behavior, and a professor of animal science at Colorado State University, will give an informal talk on Sunday afternoon, June 11.
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On his foreign tour, Spicer conducted only one briefing, an informal gaggle with the small, traveling press pool.
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The shortfall might climb at an annual rate of 7 percent in China and 10 percent in India, which have rapidly aging populations, growing middle classes and a higher percentage of workers in informal sectors.
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15th Century
First Known Use of informal
15th century
INFORMAL Defined for English Language Learners
informal
playDefinition of informal for English Language Learners
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: having a friendly and relaxed quality
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: suited for ordinary use when you are relaxing
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of language : relaxed in tone : not suited for serious or official speech and writing
INFORMAL Defined for Kids
informal
playDefinition of informal for Students
1 : not requiring serious or formal behavior or dress an informal party
2 : suitable for ordinary or everyday use an informal dining area
informally
adverbLaw Dictionary
informal
Legal Definition of informal
: marked by the absence of required forms or procedures or by the relaxation of prescribed rules an informal hearing
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