Meaning
In a manner that follows established rules or customs, often in an official or ceremonial context.
💡 Use 'formally' when referring to actions done according to official procedures or traditions.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
I
have
been
living
in
this
neighbourhood
for
three
years
,
so
I
know
many
of
the
local
shops
and
neighbours
.
Last
week
I
was
invited
to
a
small
ceremony
at
the
community
centre
,
and
the
organisers
asked
that
guests
dress
formally
.
Although
the
event
began
with
a
brief
speech
,
people
soon
started
chatting
and
the
atmosphere
became
relaxed
.
If
I
were
free
more
often
,
I
would
attend
similar
events
regularly
.
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