Wiktionary
formalised
vb. (en-past of: formalise)
WordNet
formalised
adj. concerned with or characterized by rigorous or adherence to recognized forms (especially in religion or art); "highly formalized plays like `Waiting for Godot'" [syn: formalistic, formalized]
given formal standing or endorsement; made official or legitimate by the observance of proper procedures [syn: formalized]
Usage examples of "formalised".
It struck her as absurd, this intense preoccupation with form and appearance, with the minutiae of rituals formalised as slow ballets.
Gathering with ancient formalised and ritual words, then spoke what was on his mind.