formalised

(adjective, verb)

adjective

1. concerned with or characterized by rigorous adherence to recognized forms (especially in religion or art)

- highly formalized plays like `Waiting for Godot'

Similar word(s): formalistic, formalized

2. given formal standing or endorsement; made official or legitimate by the observance of proper procedures

Similar word(s): official, formalized

verb

1. simple past tense and past participle of formalise