informal

adjective
UK: /ɪnˈfɔːml/
US: /ɪnˈfɔːrməl/

  1. Relaxed and friendly, not following strict rules of how to behave or dress.

    1. The party was informal, so we wore jeans.
    2. The atmosphere at the meeting was informal and conducive to open discussion.

  2. Suitable for everyday use; not formal or official.

    1. We had an informal chat about the project.
    2. The company has an informal dress code, promoting comfort and individuality.

Synonyms

casual relaxed unofficial easygoing

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "informal" in English means: Relaxed and friendly, not following strict rules of how to behave or dress., Suitable for everyday use; not formal or official..

The phonetic transcription of "informal" is /ɪnˈfɔːml/ in British English and /ɪnˈfɔːrməl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "informal": casual, relaxed, unofficial, easygoing.

Example usage of "informal": "The party was informal, so we wore jeans.". More examples on the page.