What is the meaning of formalized?

verb

• Make formal or official.
  • usage: "We formalized the appointment and gave him a title"
  • synonyms: formalize, formalise
• Declare or make legally valid.
  • synonyms: validate, formalize, formalise

adjective

• Concerned with or characterized by rigorous adherence to recognized forms (especially in religion or art. )
  • usage: "highly formalized plays like `Waiting for Godot'"
  • synonyms: formalistic, formalised
• Given formal standing or endorsement; made official or legitimate by the observance of proper procedures.
  • synonyms: formalised