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casual — relaxed and unconcerned; informal in style or manner

Part of speech: ADJECTIVE

Definition: relaxed and unconcerned; informal in style or manner

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkæʒuəl/

Example Sentences

  • My boss showed up in casual Friday attire on Monday and confused everyone.
  • She made a casual remark that accidentally revealed the surprise party.
  • We're looking for casual workers during the summer season.

casual

ADJECTIVE

[/ˈkæʒuəl/]

relaxed and unconcerned; informal in style or manner

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˈkæʒuəl/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈkæʒuəl/

🌳Etymology

Rootcasu
Suffix--al

Origin

From Latin 'casualis' meaning 'by chance' or 'accidental', derived from 'casus' meaning 'fall' or 'chance event'. The word entered English in the 14th century through Old French.

Breakdown

casu- (from Latin casus, meaning chance/fall) + -al (adjective suffix) = casual

🎵Rhyme

gradual
factual
actual

🔗Collocations

casual wear
casual conversation
casual relationship
casual worker
casual attitude
dress casually

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

“My boss showed up in casual Friday attire on Monday and confused everyone.”

😄 Fun example

“She made a casual remark that accidentally revealed the surprise party.”

“We're looking for casual workers during the summer season.”

“His casual approach to the exam cost him a good grade.”

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