formalized
UK/'fɔ:məlaizd/US
TOEFLA2
Definitions
adj.
Made formal, official, or systematic.
正式化的；规范化的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedformalform, shape, appearance
+
-izerelating to, having the nature of
+
-edmake, cause to be
=formalized
formal + -ize (make into) + -ed = made into something formal. Often describes processes or agreements that have been put into official form.
Example Sentences
- 1.
The partnership was formalized in a written contract.
- 2.
Their informal arrangement was eventually formalized into policy.