formality
0 antonyms and opposites of formality, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A required official procedure, often just a routine step.
How to use formality
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle French formalité, from formal + -ity.
Full origin of formality →Frequently asked questions
What does “formality” mean?
The word “formality” means a required official procedure, often just a routine step. In plain terms, a required step that's largely routine, or the general quality of being formal and proper.
How do you pronounce “formality”?
“Formality” is pronounced fawr-MA-lih-tee (/fɔːrˈmælɪti/ in IPA).
How do you use “formality” in a sentence?
Here is “formality” used in a sentence: “Signing the paperwork is just a formality at this point.”
What part of speech is “formality”?
“Formality” is a noun.
Where does the word “formality” come from?
The word “formality” comes from Middle French. From Middle French formalité, from formal + -ity.
Is “formality” a common word?
“Formality” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “formality” have?
“Formality” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a required official procedure, often just a routine step.