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Informal Adjective Bre ɪnˈfɔːml ɪnˈfɔːrml Atmosphere Arrangement/Meeting/Visit Discussions

Word informal
WordType (adjective)
Phonetic BrE / ɪnˈfɔːml / NAmE / ɪnˈfɔːrml /
Example
  • an informal atmosphere
  • an informal arrangement/meeting/visit
  • discussions are held on an informal basis within the department.
  • the aim of the trip was to make informal contact with potential customers.
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informal

(adjective)BrE / ɪnˈfɔːml / NAmE / ɪnˈfɔːrml /
  1. relaxed and friendly; not following strict rules of how to behave or do something
    • an informal atmosphere
    • an informal arrangement/meeting/visit
    • 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 wearing at home or when relaxing rather than for a special or an official occasion
    • synonym casual
      https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/casual_1
    • Dress is informal, and storage space often limited, so you’ll be more comfortable travelling light.
  3. 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
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