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Formality vs Celebration - What's the difference?

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As nouns the difference between formality and celebration

is that formality is the state of being formal while celebration is the formal performance of a solemn rite, such as Christian sacrament.

formality

English

(wikipedia formality)

Noun

  • (uncountable) The state of being formal.
  • Something said or done as a matter of form.
  • A customary ritual without new or unique meaning.
  • A specific requirement for obtaining a legal status, conducting a transaction, etc.

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    celebration

    English

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • The formal performance of a solemn rite, such as Christian sacrament
  • The observance of a holiday or feast day, as by solemnities
  • The act, process of showing appreciation, gratitude and/or remembrance, notably as a social event.
  • A social gathering for entertainment and fun; a party.

    • Related terms

    * celebrant * celebrat * celebrator * celebrity * celebrate