formalize
Translation
to formalize, to make official, to give a definite form to
Examples
We need to formalize the arrangements for the meeting.
We need to formalize the arrangements for the meeting.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to make (sth.) official We need to formalize the arrangements for the meeting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: make official, ratify, validate
Etymology
From the adjective 'formal' plus the verb-forming suffix '-ize', meaning 'to make'.
Memory Tips
It's easy to remember as 'to make' (-ize) something 'formal'.