formalized Meaning, Definition & Usage

verb make formal or official
formalize; formalise.
- We formalized the appointment and gave him a title
verb declare or make legally valid
formalize; validate; formalise.
adjective concerned with or characterized by rigorous adherence to recognized forms (especially in religion or art)
formalistic; formalised.
- highly formalized plays like `Waiting for Godot'
adjective satellite given formal standing or endorsement; made official or legitimate by the observance of proper procedures
formalised.