informality

/ˌɪnfɔːˈmæləti/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌɪnfɔːrˈmæləti/ (ame, ipa) · /¦in+/ (ame, mw)

informality — noun

1. the quality of being relaxed, comfortable, and free from strict rules or officia

1.名詞B2
釋義

the quality of being relaxed, comfortable, and free from strict rules or official procedures — for example, the atmosphere among close friends, or a dress code that allows T‑shirts and jeans.

例句

The informality of the beach wedding meant guests wore sandals and linen shirts.

informality of [event]: describes relaxed atmosphere

Sofia appreciated the informality of her new office, where everyone used first names.

同義詞
  • casualness

    Emphasises an easy, unforced quality in dress, behaviour, or atmosphere; slightly more personal than informality.

  • familiarity

    Suggests personal closeness that removes the need for formal distance; implies a relationship, not just a relaxed atmosphere.

  • ease

    Focuses on comfort and lack of tension rather than the absence of rules; often used for social interactions.

反義詞
  • formality

    The direct opposite: behaviour or style that follows official rules and customs.

  • stiffness

    Carries a negative connotation of excessive formality that feels unnatural or cold.

用法筆記

Uncountable noun. Most often followed by 'of' to link the quality to a specific situation, place, or relationship (the informality of the meeting / the informality of their friendship). Can also appear after prepositions like 'with' (with surprising informality).

常見錯誤

❌The informalness of the party made everyone relaxed.
✅The informality of the party made everyone relaxed.
💡'informalness' is extremely rare and non-standard; the correct noun form is 'informality'.