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      informal
      adjective
      Suited for everyday use.
      Not formal or ceremonious.
      (of language) Reflecting everyday, non-ceremonious usage.
      Not in accord with the usual regulations.
      (horticulture) Not organized; not structured or planned.
      Roots
      formaform- · Latin · shape, form
      Synonyms for informal
      casualadjconversationaladjunofficialadjcolloquialadjunceremoniousadjlooseadj
      Words related to informal
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