← Back to search

Meaning of formalese | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

The style of language used in formal contexts.

uncountable

Examples

“In the intricate formalese that marked relations between friends of the time, Mr. Washburn told Miss Hyde of his appreciation for a previous letter of hers and remarked on how it had buoyed up his spirit.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

Formalin formaline formalinization Formalins formalisation Formalise