colloquial
/kəˈloʊ.kwi.əl/ adjective C2- Characteristic of familiar conversation, of common parlance; informal. · The colloquial, and at times sarcastic, tone of her books makes her popular with teenagers.
- Of or pertaining to a conversation; conversational or chatty.
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Traditionalists and language purists frequently argue that the proliferation of this colloquial variety poses a significant threat to standard English proficiency.
The vocabulary continues to evolve dynamically, eagerly absorbing global influences while steadfastly retaining its characteristic colloquial charm and historical resonance.
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