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   In·for·mal

   /inˈfôrm(ə)l/

   

   adjective

   • 1. having a relaxed, friendly, or unofficial style, manner, or nature: "an informal atmosphere" Similar casualrelaxedeasygoingnaturalunceremoniousunofficialnonformalunstudiedunaffectedopenfriendlyintimatesimpleunpretentiouseasyinformal:unstuffyunbuttonedchummypallymateyOpposite formalofficial
   • ▪ of or denoting a style of writing or conversational speech characterized by simple grammatical structures, familiar vocabulary, and use of idioms, e.g., tu in French. Similar colloquialvernacularidiomaticdemoticnonstandardpopulardialectalnonliterarysimplenaturalfamiliareverydayunofficialunpretentiousinformal:slangychattyfolksyOpposite formalliterary
   • ▪ (of dress) casual; suitable for everyday wear. Similar casualrelaxedcomfortableeverydaysloppyleisuresportifinformal:comfylaid-backsportyOpposite formalsmart

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryINFORMAL | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   INFORMAL meaning: 1. not formal or official: 2. (of clothing, behaviour, speech) suitable when you are with friends…. Learn more.

3. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › informalInformal - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   having or fostering a warm or friendly and informal atmosphere. “a relaxed informal manner” synonyms: cozy, intimate. friendly. characteristic of or befitting a friend. adjective. not officially recognized or controlled. “an informal agreement” synonyms: loose. unofficial. not having official authority or sanction. adjective.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › informalINFORMAL | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   INFORMAL meaning: 1. relaxed and friendly: 2. suitable for normal situations: . Learn more.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryINFORMAL definition in American English | Collins English ...

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   6 days ago · a natural or man-made area or structure which is recognized as being of international importance and therefore deserving special protection. 4 senses: 1. not of a formal, official, or stiffly conventional nature 2. appropriate to everyday life or use 3. denoting or.... Click for more definitions.

6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishinformal adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and ...

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   adjective. /ɪnˈfɔːml/. /ɪnˈfɔːrml/. relaxed and friendly; not following strict rules of how to behave or do something. an informal atmosphere. an informal meeting/gathering/visit. an informal arrangement. informal discussions/talks. an informal chat/conversation.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishINFORMAL definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   3 days ago · 4 meanings: 1. not of a formal, official, or stiffly conventional nature 2. appropriate to everyday life or use 3. denoting or.... Click for more definitions.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › americaninformal adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and ...

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   1 relaxed and friendly; not following strict rules of how to behave or do something an informal atmosphere an informal arrangement/meeting/visit Discussions are held on an informal basis within the department. The aim of the trip was to make informal contact with potential customers.