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Wordabulary

formal

Pronunciation
Adjective A2 Elementary

Quick answer

Suitable for official or serious occasions, and following accepted rules of behaviour or language.

"You should wear formal clothes to the interview."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

Antonyms

informal casual

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Which word fits the gap? "You should wear _____ clothes to the interview."

Answer: formal

In your own words, what does "formal" mean?

Suitable for official or serious occasions, and following accepted rules of behaviour or language.

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