formalized
adjective
Simple meaning
Concerned with or having rigorous adherence to recognized forms.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈfɔɹməlaɪzd
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Definition
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adjective
Concerned with or characterized by rigorous adherence to recognized forms (especially in religion or art)
“Highly formalized plays like `Waiting for Godot'”
Given formal standing or endorsement; made official or legitimate by the observance of proper procedures
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient
- Frequency
- Uncommon
- Typical Use
- Primarily written
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This meaning: Concerned with or characterized by rigorous adherence to recognized forms (especially in religion or art)
Used this way, formalized is a common word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. This is a religious use: it carries the weight of tradition and ceremony.
“Highly formalized plays like `Waiting for Godot'”
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Common
- Connotation
- No strong connotation
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
Where it naturally appears
- Religion/spirituality
- Historical writing
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