The quality or state of being formal, serious, and following strict rules and ceremonies.
Derived from 'formal' (Latin 'formalis') combined with the suffix '-ness' (Old English origin, meaning 'state or condition'). The suffix allows adjectives to become abstract nouns describing qualities.
The formalness of a wedding with dress codes and specific ceremonies is the opposite of a casual beach party—it's all about following traditions and looking proper.
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