Formal

6 lettersadjectivecommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

Following established rules, conventions, or ceremonial procedures.

“The wedding required formal attire for all guests.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈfɔːməl/

Syllables

for·mal

Related Words

Synonyms

officialceremonial

Antonyms

informal

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

AL ending with common vowels O and A.

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Scrabble

Worth 11 points with M contributing 3 points.

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Words you can make from Formal

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7-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “formal”.

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