formal
/ˈfɔɹməl/
noun 6adj 5
Collocations
11(adj.) very correct/official
VERBS
be, seem, sound | become
ADV
extremely, very
strictly
The teacher's strictly formal approach to grammar lessons made students nervous about making mistakes.
almost
His tone became almost formal when he started discussing the serious business matter.
fairly, quite, rather, relatively
oddly
The teacher's email seemed oddly formal for a simple question about homework.
stiffly
The hotel receptionist greeted us in a stiffly formal way that made everyone feel uncomfortable.
(adj.) concerned with the way sth is done
VERBS
be
ADV
merely, purely
The interview was merely formal since we had already decided to hire her.
largely
The company's dress code is largely formal, requiring business suits for all office staff.
Your note
not saved0 chars