INFORMALLY
informally
(adverb) without formality; “he visited us informally”
colloquially, conversationally, informally
(adverb) with the use of colloquial expressions; “this building is colloquially referred to as The Barn”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
informally (comparative more informally, superlative most informally)
In an irregular or informal manner; without the usual forms.
Source: Wiktionary
In*form"al*ly, adv.
Definition: In an informal manner.
INFORMAL
In*form"al, a. Etym: [Pref. in- not + formal.]
1. Not in the regular, usual, or established form; not according to official, conventional, prescribed, or customary forms or rules; irregular; hence, without ceremony; as, an informal writting, proceeding, or visit.
2. Deranged in mind; out of one's senses. [Obs.] These poor informal women. Shak.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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