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informal
01
suitable for friendly, relaxed, casual, or unofficial occasions and situations
1.1
of spoken or written language that is casual, relaxed, and not bound by strict rules or formalities
Example
The professor encouraged informal discussions during the seminar to foster a relaxed atmosphere.
We had an informal chat about our plans over coffee.
She prefers informal language when texting her friends.
His informal style of writing made the blog post engaging and relatable.
The memo was written in an informal tone to make it more approachable.
02
not officially recognized or controlled
03
having or fostering a warm or friendly and informal atmosphere
Example
The language in text messages is usually quite informal.
The party was an informal gathering of friends.
The staff had an informal celebration to mark the end of the project.
The music festival had an informal atmosphere where everyone could relax.
The club had an informal dress code, so jeans and t-shirts were acceptable.
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