formality | Definition of formality

Synonyms and Antonyms of formality

1 an act or utterance that is a customary show of good manners

bowing to your guest is a formality you don't need to perform for me

Synonyms of formality

amenity, attention, civility, courtesy, gesture, pleasantry, politeness

Words Related to formality

ceremony, observance, rite, ritual

decorum, etiquette, form, manners, mores, proprieties

addresses, devoirs, greetings, regards, respects

favor, grace, kindliness, kindness

protocol, rules

2 an oft-repeated action or series of actions performed in accordance with tradition or a set of rules

churchgoers loved the formalities of a traditional Christmas Eve candlelight service

Synonyms of formality

ceremonial, ceremony, form, observance, rite, ritual, solemnity

Words Related to formality

amenities, civility, decorum, etiquette, graces, proprieties

convention, custom, habit, manners, mores, practice (also practise), standard, tradition, way

celebration, service