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formality

Noun

Meaning

• The rigid observance of rules of convention or etiquette.

• An unnecessary or excessive ceremony or procedure.

Examples

• The signing was just a formality.

• He adhered to the formalities of court procedure.

• Despite the formalities, the event felt welcoming.

formality

Noun

Meaning

• The rigid observance of rules of convention or etiquette.

• An unnecessary or excessive ceremony or procedure.

Examples

• The signing was just a formality.

• He adhered to the formalities of court procedure.

• Despite the formalities, the event felt welcoming.