Associations to the word «Formality»
Noun
Adjective
Wiktionary
FORMALITY, noun. (uncountable) The state of being formal.
FORMALITY, noun. Something said or done as a matter of form.
FORMALITY, noun. A customary ritual without new or unique meaning.
FORMALITY, noun. A specific requirement for obtaining a legal status, conducting a transaction, etc.
Dictionary definition
FORMALITY, noun. A requirement of etiquette or custom; "a mere formality".
FORMALITY, noun. A manner that strictly observes all forms and ceremonies; "the formality of his voice made the others pay him close attention".
FORMALITY, noun. Compliance with formal rules; "courtroom formality".
Wise words
Wisdom does not show itself so much in precept as in life -
in firmness of mind and a mastery of appetite. It teaches us
to do, as well as talk, and to make our words and actions
all of a color.