formally

[ fawr-muh-lee ]

adverb

1. in a formal manner:

   The store was formally opened on Tuesday.

2. as regards form; in form:

   It may be formally correct, but it is substantively wrong.

Word History and Origins

Origin of formally¹

1350–1400; Middle English. See formal ¹, -ly

Example Sentences

She was one of the lawyers who represented the 10 women who joined the case, formally titled Madrigal vs.

From Los Angeles Times

The independent report, compiled by Keith Makin, found that "several opportunities were missed" to formally report the late Smyth’s abuse to police after it was brought to the church's attention in July 2013.

From BBC

Even if the new administration doesn’t formally withdraw from NATO, Trump’s repeated hostility, particularly toward its crucial mutual defense clause, may yet serve to eviscerate the alliance.

From Salon

The nomination appears to be the first administration position that Trump has formally offered to a relative since his re-election.

From BBC

Fifa has released its evaluation report for Saudi Arabia's unopposed bid to host the men's World Cup in 2034, paving the way for the kingdom to be formally awarded the finals next month.

From BBC

Related Words

• correctly
• properly
• regularly