formalized
- adjective
- /ˈfɔːrməlaɪzd/
- US
:
formalizado
- Another key thing that he points out about the art world is it's not as formalized as, say, the world of law.
Another key thing that he points out about the art world is it's not as formalized as, say, the world of law.
- Another key thing that he points out about the art world is it's not as formalized as, say, the world of law.
Examples
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In many cultures, weddings are highly formalized events that follow specific customs.
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All of these problems are nicely formalized as graphs.
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But we look at games, we look at simple formalized worlds.
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That's not, but not a formalized plan, you know, So very interesting guy, you know, so really an open door policy, not just what some HR paperwork says.
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It is an extrapolation of that actuated by the invention of formalized structure, right?
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Many religious rituals are formalized to ensure adherence to tradition.
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The company developed a formalized process for hiring new employees.
Synonyms
175
2.8
Doing things in the usual way most people expect, not new or original
40
5.3
Based on precise rules and symbols used in math and computer science
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8.8
Following strict rules and fixed forms, especially in art or ceremonies
Following accepted rules or standards, like classic works that define a style
Made in a usual way and not natural or spontaneous
Made the same by following set rules
Antonyms
How Formal
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7.2
- Formal
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5.7
- US
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2.8
98
3.1
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4.2
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word formalized comes from formal, from form meaning 'shape' or 'rule', and -ize meaning 'to make', so it means 'to make into a fixed form'. That's why a formalized ritual or work follows strict steps and set rules.