formally

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/ˈfɔːməli/ English

Definitions

adverb

In a formal manner.“He was dressed too formally for the occasion.”
In accordance with official procedure.“He formally filed a complaint, which involved much paperwork.”
In accordance with rigorous rules.“He proved it formally but gave his students no intuitive feel for the matter.”

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Synonyms

officially with formality procedurally systematically legally categorically theoretically properly duly specifically nominally ceremoniously positively expressly ostensibly official

Antonyms

Associated

botanist epithet informally inaugurated annexed specimen abolished empress tang dissolved recognised constituted

Rhymes

normally informally abnormally informal e millipore milli norma lee normal e normal he

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