FORMALLY
/ˈfɔːməli/
8 letters · 3 syllables · adverb
Definition of FORMALLY
In a formal manner.
"He was dressed too formally for the occasion."
In accordance with official procedure.
"He formally filed a complaint, which involved much paperwork."
In accordance with rigorous rules.
"He proved it formally but gave his students no intuitive feel for the matter."
Examples of FORMALLY in a Sentence
- "He was dressed too formally for the occasion."
- "He formally filed a complaint, which involved much paperwork."
- "He proved it formally but gave his students no intuitive feel for the matter."
Word Details
Is FORMALLY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, FORMALLY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: FORMALLY uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for FORMALLY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | f | o | r | m | a | l | l | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 16 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 18 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in FORMALLY
100 words from the letters in FORMALLY
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How to Use FORMALLY in Word Games
FORMALLY is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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