Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [fawr-muh l]
- /ˈfɔr məl/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [fawr-muh l]
- /ˈfɔr məl/
Definitions of formalness word
- adjective formalness being in accordance with the usual requirements, customs, etc.; conventional: to pay one's formal respects. 1
- adjective formalness marked by form or ceremony: a formal occasion. 1
- adjective formalness designed for wear or use at occasions or events marked by elaborate ceremony or prescribed social observance: The formal attire included tuxedos and full-length gowns. 1
- adjective formalness requiring a type of dress suitable for such occasions: a formal dance. 1
- adjective formalness observant of conventional requirements of behavior, procedure, etc., as persons; ceremonious. 1
- adjective formalness excessively ceremonious: a manner that was formal and austere. 1
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Origin of formalness
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English formal, formel < Latin fōrmālis. See form, -al1
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Parts of speech for Formalness
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
formalness popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for formalness
noun formalness
- rigor — strictness, severity, or harshness, as in dealing with people.
- harshness — ungentle and unpleasant in action or effect: harsh treatment; harsh manners.
- strictness — characterized by or acting in close conformity to requirements or principles: a strict observance of rituals.
- formality — condition or quality of being formal; accordance with required or traditional rules, procedures, etc.; conventionality.
- sternness — firm, strict, or uncompromising: stern discipline.
Antonyms for formalness
noun formalness
- informality — the state of being informal; absence of formality.
- mildness — amiably gentle or temperate in feeling or behavior toward others.
- blandness — pleasantly gentle or agreeable: a bland, affable manner.
- calmness — without rough motion; still or nearly still: a calm sea.
- gentility — good breeding or refinement.
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