formalized(a = adj.pert) formalised, formalistic - concerned with or characterized by rigorous adherence to recognized forms (especially in religion or art); "highly formalized plays like `Waiting for Godot'"
formalized(s = adj.all) formalised - given formal standing or endorsement; made official or legitimate by the observance of proper procedures;
concerned with or characterized by rigorous adherence to recognized forms, especially in religion or art; using formalism; as, highly formalized plays like "Waiting for Godot". [WordNet 1.5]
given formal standing or endorsement; made official or legitimate by the observance of proper procedures. [WordNet 1.5]