informal
adjective
in·for·mal
(ˌ)in-ˈfȯr-məl 
1
: marked by the absence of formality or ceremony
an informal meeting
2
: characteristic of or appropriate to ordinary, casual, or familiar use
informal clothes
Examples of informal in a Sentence
We had an informal meeting over lunch.
He has an informal manner that puts people at ease.
He spoke to them in informal Spanish.
The term is common in informal contexts.
He took an informal poll among his coworkers.
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James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 1 June 2025
This exemption enabled informal workers and women who had had career gaps due to childrearing, for instance, to retire with some security.
—Christine Ro, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
The White House declined to comment when asked if Musk would retain an informal advisory role.
—Nik Popli, Time, 29 May 2025
The Senate is now reviewing the bill with an informal July 4 deadline to get it to the president’s desk.
—Alexa St. John, Twin Cities, 29 May 2025
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“Informal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/informal. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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informal
adjective
in·for·mal
(ˈ)in-ˈfȯr-məl
1
: not formal
an informal party
2
: suited for ordinary or everyday use
informal clothes
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