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Meaning of
formal
in English
formal
us
//ˈfɔrməl//
uk
//ˈfɔːməl//
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Definitions
Adjective
official
or
authorized
;
legitimate
strictly
polite
;
following
etiquette
The
company
has
a
formal
dress
code
for
all
employees
.
organized
and
carefully
planned
(
in
structure
or
procedure
)
The
meeting
followed
a
formal
agenda
with
scheduled
presentations
.
ceremonial
or
traditionally
correct
The
formal
ceremony
was
attended
by
dignitaries
from
around
the
world
.
following
rules
or
conventions
;
proper
The
company
requires
a
formal
application
with
a
cover
letter
and
resume
.
relating
to
form
or
structure
The
architect
designed
a
formal
layout
for
the
new
building
.
Compounds / Phrases
formal logic
formal system
formalwear