📑formality

Meaning

the rigid observance of rules or customs, especially in social or official situations

the rigid observance of rules of convention or etiquette; a thing done simply to comply with requirements

Example Sentences

The interview was just a formality since he was already selected.

The signing of the contract was just a formality; the deal was already agreed upon.

Example Expressions

mere formality

Synonyms

procedure, convention, custom, protocol, ritual, ceremony

Entry 1

procedure, convention, custom, protocol, ritual

Entry 2

ceremony, protocol, procedure, convention

Antonyms

informality, casualness, spontaneity, flexibility

Entry 1

informality, casualness

Entry 2

informality, casualness, spontaneity, flexibility

Collocations

legal formality, social formality, mere formality, follow formality, observe formalities

Entry 1

legal formality, social formality, mere formality, follow formality

Entry 2

mere formality, legal formality, observe formalities