formally

English

Etymology

From formal +‎ -ly.

Pronunciation

Adverb

formally (comparative more formally, superlative most formally)

  1. In a formal manner.
    He was dressed too formally for the occasion.
  2. In accordance with official procedure.
    He formally filed a complaint, which involved much paperwork.
    • 2025 July 28, Steve Contorno, “Project 2025 architect Paul Dans to challenge Lindsey Graham for Senate in South Carolina”, in CNN‎[1]:
      Dans told CNN he will formally launch his campaign with a prayer breakfast Wednesday in Charleston.
  3. In accordance with rigorous rules.
    He proved it formally but gave his students no intuitive feel for the matter.

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