formally
/ˈfɔː.mə.li/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
In a formal manner.
Adverb
Examples
He was dressed too formally for the occasion.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
In accordance with official procedure.
Adverb
Examples
He formally filed a complaint, which involved much paperwork.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “formally” mean?
In a formal manner.
Is “formally” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.