colloquial

Meaning

Used in ordinary conversation rather than formal speech or writing; informal language.

used in ordinary or familiar conversation; not formal or literary

Example Sentences

His colloquial expressions made the speech relatable.

She used colloquial expressions in her speech to connect with the audience.

Synonyms

informal, conversational, vernacular, everyday, familiar

Entry 1

informal, conversational, vernacular

Entry 2

informal, conversational, everyday, familiar

Antonyms

formal, literary, standard, academic

Entry 1

formal, literary, standard

Entry 2

formal, literary, academic

Collocations

colloquial speech, colloquial language, colloquial expression