informality

noun

in·​formality ¦in+ 

1

: the quality or state of being informal : lack of regular, prescribed, or customary form

wayside camps, where the informality of hardships loosened tongues

—Mabel R. Gillis

everyday speech in all its informality and ease

—R. A. Hall, born 1911

2

: an informal act or proceeding

the wedding ceremony was enlivened by several unexpected informalities

Word History

Etymology

in- entry 1 + formality

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Rhymes for informality

• abnormality
• cardinality
• commonality
• communality
• cordiality
• corporeality
• criminality
• criticality
• functionality
• generality
• geniality
• hospitality