All formalistic synonyms

adj formalistic

• theoretical — given to, forming, or dealing with theories; speculative.
• pedantic — ostentatious in one's learning.
• orderly — arranged or disposed in a neat, tidy manner or in a regular sequence: an orderly desk.
• imaginative — characterized by or bearing evidence of imagination: an imaginative tale.
• metaphysical — pertaining to or of the nature of metaphysics.
• intellectual — appealing to or engaging the intellect: intellectual pursuits.
• vague — not clearly or explicitly stated or expressed: vague promises.
• philosophical — of or relating to philosophy: philosophical studies.
• logical — according to or agreeing with the principles of logic: a logical inference.
• analytical — An analytical way of doing something involves the use of logical reasoning.
• skeletal — of, relating to, or like a skeleton.
• constitutional — Constitutional means relating to the constitution of a particular country or organization.
• architectural — Architectural means relating to the design and construction of buildings.
• basic — You use basic to describe things, activities, and principles that are very important or necessary, and on which others depend.
• anatomical — Anatomical means relating to the structure of the bodies of people and animals.
• abstract — An abstract idea or way of thinking is based on general ideas rather than on real things and events.
• theoretical — given to, forming, or dealing with theories; speculative.
• hypothetical — assumed by hypothesis; supposed: a hypothetical case.
• precise — definitely or strictly stated, defined, or fixed: precise directions.
• academic — Academic is used to describe things that relate to the work done in schools, colleges, and universities, especially work which involves studying and reasoning rather than practical or technical skills.
• solemn — grave, sober, or mirthless, as a person, the face, speech, tone, or mood: solemn remarks.
• legal — permitted by law; lawful: Such acts are not legal.
• strict — characterized by or acting in close conformity to requirements or principles: a strict observance of rituals.
• proper — adapted or appropriate to the purpose or circumstances; fit; suitable: the proper time to plant strawberries.
• ceremonial — Something that is ceremonial relates to a ceremony or is used in a ceremony.
• closet — A closet is a piece of furniture with doors at the front and shelves inside, which is used for storing things.
• set — to put (something or someone) in a particular place: to set a vase on a table.
• official — a person appointed or elected to an office or charged with certain duties.
• regular — usual; normal; customary: to put something in its regular place.
• ritual — an established or prescribed procedure for a religious or other rite.
• conscientious — Someone who is conscientious is very careful to do their work properly.
• formal — being in accordance with the usual requirements, customs, etc.; conventional: to pay one's formal respects.
• fussy — excessively busy with trifles; anxious or particular about petty details.
• heedful — taking heed; attentive; mindful; thoughtful; careful: She was always heedful of others' needs.
• meticulous — taking or showing extreme care about minute details; precise; thorough: a meticulous craftsman; meticulous personal appearance.
• nice — pleasing; agreeable; delightful: a nice visit.
• observant — quick to notice or perceive; alert.
• painstaking — taking or characterized by taking pains or trouble; expending or showing diligent care and effort; careful: a painstaking craftsman; painstaking research.
• particular — of or relating to a single or specific person, thing, group, class, occasion, etc., rather than to others or all; special rather than general: one's particular interests in books.
• persnickety — overparticular; fussy.
• punctual — strictly observant of an appointed or regular time; not late; prompt.
• scrupulous — having scruples, or moral or ethical standards; having or showing a strict regard for what one considers right; principled: scrupulous about defending human rights.
• right on — in accordance with what is good, proper, or just: right conduct.
• conscionable — acceptable to one's conscience
• conscientious — Someone who is conscientious is very careful to do their work properly.
• overscrupulous — excessively scrupulous.
• assumed — false; fictitious
• contingent — A contingent of police, soldiers, or military vehicles is a group of them.
• general — of or relating to all persons or things belonging to a group or category: a general meeting of the employees.
• ideal — a standard of perfection or excellence.