NONFORMAL Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

nonformal

adjective

ˌnän-ˈfȯr-məl

Definition of nonformal

as in colloquial

used in or suitable for speech and not formal writing use of the nonformal "Dad" would be a little jarring in a prayer to our Heavenly Father

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Recent Examples of nonformal Since the start of the war in Ukraine, more than 272,000 children in Ukraine have benefitted from learning interventions with supplies provided by UNICEF, and over 400,000 children have engaged in formal or nonformal education. — Sarah Ferguson, Forbes, 18 Aug. 2022 The 10-to-15-second video clips are a nonformal way to engage your customers and tell them about your products. — Michael Plummer, Forbes, 3 June 2022 And as the number of dining options on ships has expanded, so have nonformal venues beyond the main dining rooms. — Hannah Sampson, Houston Chronicle, 20 Dec. 2019 But even Cunard has nonformal settings where dressed-down can go, including the buffet, casino and pub. — Hannah Sampson, Houston Chronicle, 20 Dec. 2019 Tostan’s core is a broad nonformal education program offered to villagers in a number of African countries. — Amy Yee, The Christian Science Monitor, 20 July 2017

Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonformal

Adjective

Wilson’s translation has come under fire for her decision to render Homeric Greek into a direct, colloquial English.

— Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 22 July 2026
Its name refers to the colloquial term once used for Papaya—paw-paw.

— Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 30 May 2026

Definition of colloquial

Adjective

But in recent years, the informal community has become more active — and, at times, more divisive.

— William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 21 July 2026
What if every leader was expected to create transparent pathways for growth instead of relying on informal networks and chance opportunities?

— Shelley Zalis, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of informal

Adjective

Screenplay credits are shared by Damodaran, Joses Imona, and Jennifer Litau, with Litau also handling Tok Pisin and vernacular-language translation duties.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 July 2026
Compiled in 1964 by Elektra Records founder Jac Holzman, this four-LP, 83-track box set was intended as an accessible survey of the roots and branches of American vernacular music.

— Ted Olson, The Conversation, 2 July 2026