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formal

UK
/ˈfɔːməl/
US
/ˈfɔrməl/

Translations

formaladjective
more formal
Comp.
most formal
Super.
UK
/ˈfɔːməl/
US
/ˈfɔrməl/
Formal logic studies the validity of arguments independently of their subject matter.
La logique formelle étudie la validité des arguments indépendamment de leur contenu.
Additional translations
strictAu sens de règles, de procédure ou de contrôle.
solennelPour une cérémonie ou une occasion très cérémonieuse.
habilléPour une tenue ou un vêtement élégant, adapté à une occasion officielle.
classiquePour un style conventionnel ou traditionnel, souvent élégant.
nominalAu sens de pure apparence ou de simple nom.
Synonyms
official
ceremonial
stately
proper
conventional
dignified
elegant
rigid
structured
Antonyms
informal
casual
unofficial
unconventional
relaxed
formalnoun
formals
pl
UK
/ˈfɔː.məl/
US
/ˈfɔr.məl/
balAu sens de bal scolaire ou de bal de cérémonie.
Their school formal was held in June.
Leur bal de promo a eu lieu en juin.
Additional translations
tenueAu pluriel, au sens de vêtements de cérémonie.

Definitions

formaladjective
Relating to or involving outward form or structure, often in a manner that is conventional or ceremonious.
The event was a formal affair, requiring guests to wear evening gowns and tuxedos.
Characterized by strict adherence to established rules or customs, often in a rigid or precise manner.
The meeting followed a formal agenda, with each topic discussed in a predetermined order.
Suitable for or constituting an official or important occasion.
He wore a formal suit to the job interview to make a good impression.
Having a conventional or traditional style, often with an emphasis on elegance and sophistication.
The formal dining room was elegantly decorated with fine china and crystal chandeliers.
Concerned with or based on rigorous mathematical or logical structure rather than content.
Formal logic studies the validity of arguments independently of their subject matter.
Existing only in name or appearance; nominal rather than substantial.
The board's authority is largely formal, with the CEO making all real decisions.
formalnoun
A social gathering or event characterized by a high level of etiquette, dress code, and decorum.
The annual charity ball is a formal that requires attendees to wear evening gowns and tuxedos.
Formal attire; clothes suitable for a ceremonious or official occasion.
He rented his formals for the black-tie wedding.
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