Definition of Formal

official; legally recognized

Examples of Formal in a sentence

Once the formal adoption takes place, the parents will be able to legally change the baby’s name.  🔊

The formal election will not take place until next week, but a mock run is being conducted today.  🔊

Formal hearings will be conducted so that the defendants can enter their official pleas in front of a judge.  🔊

Though it isn’t recognized as a formal holiday, many people celebrate Sweetest Day in our state.  🔊

John has been the mayor for several weeks but is just now being sworn in during a formal ceremony.  🔊

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