Question

Give a formal and informal defenition of resilience

Answer 1

the capability of a strained body to recover its size and shape after deformation caused especially by compressive stress.

Step-by-step explanation:

I don't think that there is a informal definition

Answer 2

Before anything, let's go through some stuff first.

⇒ Formal vs. Informal Language

"What's the difference?"

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Characteristics of formal language:

• Serious
• Objective
• Specific vocabulary
• No contractions
• More complex sentences
• Controlled
• Impersonal

When do we use informal language?

• Job interview
• Principal's office
• Class essay
• Business letter

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Characteristics of informal language:

• Slang vocabulary
• Funny
• Casual
• Simple
• Plain spoken
• Punctuation (Exclamation points)

When do we use informal language?

• Text message
• Journal writing
• Friendly letter
• Jotting a note

Formal:

Resilience is the ability of a person to adjust to or recover readily from illness, adversity, or major life changes.

Informal:

Resilience means knowing how to cope in spite of setbacks, or barriers, or limited resources.

Thanks,
Eddie