semiformal
Somewhat formalSomewhat formal.
UK/ˌsɛmɪˈfɔːml/US/ˌsɛˌmaɪˈfɔrm(ə)l/
Meaning
3 senses(not comparable)Somewhat formal.
moderately formal; requiring a dinner jacket
(Canada, US, not comparable, specifically)Of clothing: having a level of formality between that of informal and formal wear.
(Canada, US, not comparable, specifically)Of an event: having a semiformal dress code.
Translations
1 languagesOrigin
From semi- + formal.From semi- + formal.
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Synonyms
2 synonymsClose in meaning
- moderately formal; requiring a dinner jacket:semi-formalblack-tie