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Informal Adjective ɪnˈfɔːml ɪnˈfɔːrml Atmosphere Meeting/Gathering/Visit Arrangement Discussions/Talks

Word3 informal
WordType (adjective)
Phonetic /ɪnˈfɔːml/ /ɪnˈfɔːrml/
Example
  • an informal atmosphere
  • an informal meeting/gathering/visit
  • an informal arrangement
  • informal discussions/talks
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informal

(adjective)/ɪnˈfɔːml/ /ɪnˈfɔːrml/
  1. 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
    • Discussions are held on an informal basis within the department.
    • The aim of the trip was to make informal contact with potential customers.
    • These meetings should remain purely informal, with no obligation on either side.
  2. suitable for normal conversation and writing to friends rather than for serious speech and letters
    • COMPARE formal
      https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/formal
    • an informal expression
  3. suitable for wearing at home or when relaxing rather than for a special or an official occasion
    • SYNONYM casual
      https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/casual_2
    • I changed into more informal clothes.
    • Dress is informal, and storage space often limited, so you’ll be more comfortable travelling light.
  4. done by individuals on a small scale, especially unofficially or illegally
    • the informal economy/sector
    • informal street traders
    • The city has acted to remove informal traders from train stations.
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