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Common collocations with informal in American Collocation

informal adjective

US /ɪnˈfɔrm(ə)l/

very or completely

completely
extremely
quite
totally
very

This gives us the opportunity to discuss the topic in a very informal way.

rather

fairly
pretty
quite
rather
relatively

Many research collaborations are fairly informal and simply involve two or more members exchanging information occasionally.

mood in a place

atmosphere

Dining is available in the informal atmosphere of our excellent restaurant.

place

setting

It is always useful to meet potential employees in an informal setting, before the actual interview.

conversation

conversation
interview

It was a friendly and fairly informal interview.

social occasion

gathering
get-together

The magnificent state dining room can be used for special dinners or the family dining room for more informal gatherings.

way

manner
style
way

Class sizes are small, with teaching taking place in an informal style.

arrangement

arrangement

There are currently some informal arrangements for sharing equipment among participants.

talks

chat
consultation
discussions
talks

Informal talks between union bosses and Tube management aimed at averting a strike broke down.

meeting

meeting
session

The delegation will hold other informal meetings outside of the official agenda.

meal

dinner
lunch

Prior to the meeting, members and guests attended an informal dinner held in honour of the speaker.

question

inquiries

Informal inquiries and requests for further details are encouraged.