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acknowledgment a formal expression of thanks. [1/2 definitions]
acquittance discharge from a debt or obligation, or a formal notice of this.
address a formal speech or talk. [1/4 definitions]
adjourn to stop the process of a formal meeting or court session, often with the intention of starting again at another time.
aesthetician one who pursues theories of art and formal beauty.
aesthetics (used with a sing. verb) a branch of philosophy that deals with formal beauty in art.
alliance a formal pact or agreement between or among nations. [1/3 definitions]
ally to unite or connect in a formal alliance (usu. fol. by "to" or "with"). [1/5 definitions]
anathema a formal curse by ecclesiastic authority involving excommunication. [1/3 definitions]
annals a journal that contains the periodic formal reports of an organization. [1/3 definitions]
announcement a public or formal statement.
apologetic giving a formal explanation or defense, as of actions, beliefs, or motives. [1/2 definitions]
apologia a formal, often lengthy, explanation and defense of one's actions, beliefs, or motives.
apologize to make in speech or writing a formal explanation and defense, as of one's actions, beliefs, or motives. [1/2 definitions]
apology a formal explanation and defense in speech or writing of one's actions, beliefs, or motives. [1/2 definitions]
apply to make a formal request, often for employment or permission to enter an institution. [1/2 definitions]
ball2 a large party where there is formal dancing. [1/2 definitions]
banquet a fancy, formal dinner.
bibliography the formal study of the history of books. [1/4 definitions]
bill of rights a formal list or summary of fundamental rights and liberties to which a people or class is entitled. [1/3 definitions]
black-tie requiring semi-formal attire, esp., for the men, a black bow tie and dinner jacket or tuxedo.