Ritualization

Pronunciation: /ˈɹɪtʃuəɫˈaɪˈziˈætˈaɪˌɑn/

Ritualization (noun)

  1. The process of turning an activity into a set of fixed actions done in the same way each time.
  2. The act of giving a behaviour a special, ceremonial form so it feels official or meaningful.
  3. In organizations or systems, the change of flexible actions into strict steps that people follow.

Examples

  • The ritualization of meetings made everyone follow the same steps.
  • Ritualization helped the team keep consistent standards each week.