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
Words are always getting conventionalized to some secondary
meaning. It is one of the works of poetry to take the
truants in custody and bring them back to their right
senses.