单词 | formality |
释义 | formality (once / 1072 pages) n A formality is something that follows traditional rules. Even though you knew your request for time off at work would be approved, you still went through the formality of filling out all the required paperwork. Formality also means to align with customs or etiquette. In this way, a formality is often something that's more symbolic than necessary. For example, when a big group sits down to eat dinner together, no one starts eating until everyone is served. That formality of dining etiquette is a sign of good manners and consideration for others. If you're British, a formality of your culture is to curtsy or bow when you meet the Queen. WORD FAMILYformality: formalities+/formal: formalest, formalise, formalism, formality, formalize, formally, formalness, formals, informal, semi-formal, semiformal/formalise: formalisation, formalised, formalising/formalism: formalisms, formalistic/formalize: formalization, formalized, formalizes, formalizing/informal: informality, informally/informality: informalities USAGE EXAMPLESSo a Washington victory felt, to some, like a formality. Washington Post(Jan 01, 2017) But the balance of formality and convenience in the 80s played havoc with concepts of time. BBC(Dec 28, 2016) For some, Mother Teresa’s saintliness was so evident from the start that her canonization was just a formality. New York Times(Sep 03, 2016) 1n a requirement of etiquette or custom a mere formality Syn|Hyper formalities ceremonial, ceremonial occasion, ceremony, observance a formal event performed on a special occasion 2n compliance with formal rules courtroom formality Hyper abidance, compliance, conformation, conformity acting according to certain accepted standards 3n a manner that strictly observes all forms and ceremonies the formality of his voice made the others pay him close attention Syn|Ant|Hypo|Hyper formalness informality a manner that does not take forms and ceremonies seriously ceremoniousness a ceremonial manner statelinessan elaborate manner of doing something manner, personal manner a way of acting or behaving |
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