formalize

[ˈfɔːməlaɪz]

formalize Definition

• 1. give (something) a definite structure or shape.
• 2. give (something) an official status or organization.
• 3. make (something) formal or official.

Using formalize: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "formalize" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The company decided to formalize their hiring process.

• Example

  The government is working to formalize the agreement between the two countries.

• Example

  We need to formalize our business plan before presenting it to investors.

formalize Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for formalize

• officialize
• legitimize
• codify

Antonyms for formalize

• informalize
• deformalize
• casualize

Phrases with formalize

• formalize an agreement

  to make an agreement official and legally binding

  Example

  The two companies agreed to formalize their partnership with a written contract.

• formalize a relationship

  to make a romantic relationship official, typically by becoming engaged or getting married

  Example

  After dating for several years, they decided to formalize their relationship by getting engaged.

• formalize a process

  to create a structured and organized process for completing a task or achieving a goal

  Example

  The team worked together to formalize the project management process.

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Summary: formalize in Brief

To 'formalize' [ˈfɔːməlaɪz] something is to give it structure, organization, or official status. This can include creating a process or system, making an agreement legally binding, or making a romantic relationship official. Synonyms include 'officialize,' 'legitimize,' and 'codify.' Antonyms include 'informalize,' 'deformalize,' and 'casualize.'