casual
Pronunciation: [ˈkæʒuəl]
Context: "appearance"
(adjective) When we say something is casual, it means it's relaxed or informal. People often wear casual clothes when they are not at work or a special event.
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She wore a casual dress to the picnic, which made her feel comfortable.
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He didn't realize that the party was formal and showed up in casual clothes.
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What should I wear for our casual movie night?
Context: "attitude"
(adjective) This meaning of casual refers to being relaxed and not too serious about something. It’s like when playing a game, you just have fun and not worry about winning.
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Their casual attitude made the meeting enjoyable and low-stress.
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Her serious approach to the project was in contrast to his casual style.
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Do you think we should keep a casual vibe for the event?
Context: "social interaction"
(noun) A casual refers to someone who is relaxed and not too formal. You might use this to describe a friend who is easy to hang out with.
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He's such a casual; he can make anyone feel comfortable right away.
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At the formal dinner, no one acted like a casual; everyone was on their best behavior.
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Why do you think people prefer hanging out with casuals?