informal

in·for·mal

adj \(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

Examples of INFORMAL

1. We had an informal meeting over lunch.
2. He has an informal manner that puts people at ease.
3. He spoke to them in informal Spanish.
4. The term is common in informal contexts.
5. 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

Related Words: unauthorized, unofficial; casual, easygoing, familiar, free and easy, lax, loose, offhand, relaxed, ultracasual

Near Antonyms: correct, decorous, proper; constrained, inhibited, restrained, rigid, stiff, stuffy, uptight

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Rhymes with INFORMAL

abnormal, conformal, subnormal