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单词 informally
释义

informal

adjective

in·​for·​mal (ˌ)in-ˈfȯr-məl How to pronounce informal (audio)
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
informality
(ˌ)in-(ˌ)fȯr-ˈma-lə-tē How to pronounce informal (audio)
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noun
informally
(ˌ)in-ˈfȯr-mə-lē How to pronounce informal (audio)
adverb

Synonyms

  • heterodox
  • irregular
  • unceremonious
  • unconventional
  • unorthodox
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Example Sentences

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.
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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

informal

adjective

in·​for·​mal in-ˈfȯr-məl How to pronounce informal (audio)
1
: not requiring serious or formal behavior or dress
an informal party
2
: suitable for ordinary or everyday use
an informal dining area

Legal Definition

informal

adjective

in·​for·​mal
: marked by the absence of required forms or procedures or by the relaxation of prescribed rules
an informal hearing

informally

adverb

as in casually

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • casually
  • whimsically
  • arbitrarily
  • carelessly
  • promiscuously
  • offhandedly
  • irregularly
  • indiscriminately
  • capriciously
  • haphazardly
  • randomly
  • offhand
  • desultorily
  • unconsciously
  • erratically
  • aimlessly
  • unwittingly
  • inadvertently
  • fortuitously
  • unintentionally
  • accidentally
  • haphazard
  • intermittently
  • fitfully
  • disjointedly
  • spottily
  • unpredictably
  • willy-nilly
  • disconnectedly
  • anyway
  • hit or miss
  • anywise
  • anyhow
  • helter-skelter
  • higgledy-piggledy
  • topsy-turvy

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • formally
  • systematically
  • methodically
  • carefully
  • orderly
  • deliberately
  • intentionally
  • gingerly
  • meticulously
  • purposely
  • punctiliously
  • purposefully
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