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informal
[/ɪnˈfɔːrməl/]
adjective
informal
1.
Casual and relaxed; not formal or official
We had an informal meeting in the café.
Tivemos uma reunião informal no café.
2.
Not following strict rules or conventions; conversational
He used informal language in his essay.
Ele usou linguagem informal em seu ensaio.
3.
Without ceremony or formality; relaxed in manner
She prefers informal gatherings with close friends.
Ela prefere encontros informais com amigos próximos.
NYC Slang
chill, laid-back
Synonyms
casual
relaxed
unofficial
conversational
colloquial
Antonyms
formal
official
ceremonial
rigid
strict
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
informal
Most common usage; widely understood and used
Rio de Janeiro
informal
Standard usage; sometimes 'descontraído' for relaxed tone
São Paulo
informal
Standard usage in business and casual contexts
Portugal
informal
Standard usage; 'descontraído' or 'casual' also used
Related Idioms & Phrases
keep it informal
informal setting
informal dress code
on an informal basis
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