Formal and Verbal

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Formal

Formal adjective - Following or agreeing with established form, custom, or rules.
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Verbal is an antonym for formal.
Nearby Words: form, formality, formalize, formalise, formative

Verbal

Verbal adjective - Made or carried on through speaking rather than in writing.
Usage example: a verbal agreement carries less force than a written contract
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Formal is an antonym for verbal.
Nearby Words: verbalize, verbalise, verbalization, verbalism, verbally
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  • Video Game / Persona 3 Verbal Tic: In the Japanese version Aigis ends most of her sentences with the formal "de arimasu." She drops it after her Character Development.
    Source: Video Game / Persona 3
  • Buffy Speak They are frequently used in non-formal conversation, with context and non-verbal communication helping interpretation of the word.
    Source: Buffy Speak
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