deformalize

English

Alternative forms

• deformalise (UK, Ireland and all Commonwealth countries including Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, etc.)

Etymology

From de- +‎ formalize.

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA^(key): /dɪˈfɔːməlaɪz/

Verb

deformalize (third-person singular simple present deformalizes, present participle deformalizing, simple past and past participle deformalized)

1. (transitive) To make informal.
   • 2009, Eli Mina, One hundred and one boardroom problems and how to solve them, page 96:

     Gradually introduce small changes to deformalize and humanize Board meetings, while retaining the positive aspects of established customs. Try lightening things up via team-building activities.

Synonyms

• informalize

Related terms

• deformalization