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formalization

 

[ ˌfɔːrməlaɪˈzeɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mathematics

The process of giving something a definite structure or form.

Synonyms

codification, standardization, systematization

Examples of usage

  • Formalization of mathematical concepts is essential for rigorous proof.
  • Formalization helps in clarifying complex ideas.
  • Computer algorithms require formalization to ensure accuracy.
Context #2 | Noun

academic writing

The act of making something formal or official.

Synonyms

legitimization, officialization

Examples of usage

  • The formalization of the research findings was necessary for publication.
  • Scholars often seek formalization of their theories before presenting them.

Translations

Translations of the word "formalization" in other languages:

🇵🇹 formalização

🇮🇳 औपचारिकता

🇩🇪 Formalisierung

🇮🇩 formalisasi

🇺🇦 формалізація

🇵🇱 formalizacja

🇯🇵 形式化 (けいしきか)

🇫🇷 formalisation

🇪🇸 formalización

🇹🇷 resmileştirme

🇰🇷 형식화 (hyeongsikhwa)

🇸🇦 التشكيل الرسمي

🇨🇿 formalizace

🇸🇰 formalizácia

🇨🇳 形式化 (xíngshì huà)

🇸🇮 formalizacija

🇮🇸 formleging

🇰🇿 формализация

🇬🇪 ფორმალიზაცია

🇦🇿 formallaşdırma

🇲🇽 formalización

Etymology

The word 'formalization' originated from the Latin term 'formalis' meaning 'pertaining to form'. It was first used in the mid-19th century in the context of logic and mathematics. Over time, the term has gained importance in various fields such as computer science, academic writing, and legal documentation.

See also: formalistic, formalness, informal.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,206, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.