informally (A2)
adverb
Pronunciation: /ɪnˈfɔːrməli/
Definition
In a way that is relaxed, friendly, and not official or formal.
Examples
They discussed the project informally after the meeting.
She spoke informally to the students about her career path.
The office has a relaxed atmosphere where people dress informally.
How to Use informally
- informally dressed (collocation)
- Wearing clothes that are not formal or official. — "The company allows employees to be informally dressed on casual Fridays."
- informally discuss (collocation)
- To talk about something in a relaxed, non-official way. — "They informally discussed the budget over lunch."
- informally known as (collocation)
- Referred to by a nickname or a less official name. — "The building is informally known as 'The Cube'."
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