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informally Synonyms
Another word for informally
Choosing another word for informally depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adverb (Context 1)
In a relaxed, friendly, or unofficial manner, without strict adherence to ceremony, protocol, or established rules.
Usage Example
"The committee members met casually over lunch to discuss the upcoming budget proposal."
Strongest
casually
unofficially
Strong
off the record
unceremoniously
• adverb (Context 2)
In everyday conversational speech or familiar language rather than formal or technical usage.
Usage Example
"The plant is scientifically classified under the genus Bellis, though it is colloquially known as the common daisy."
Strongest
colloquially
Strong
conversationally
vernacularly
popularly
familiarly
Opposites of informally
The opposite of informally shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
formally
officially
technically
ceremoniously
strictly
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Informally. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/informally