formally
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/ˈfɔːrməli/
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/ˈfɔːməli/
in a proper way for official events
She greeted the guests formally with a handshake.
officially, following rules
The agreement was formally signed by both parties.
through school learning, not just experience
He was not formally educated in medicine but learned through practice.
in how something looks or is shown
Formally, the rules seemed strict, but they were applied loosely.
in a neat, planned way
The flowers were formally arranged in straight rows.