1. past tense and past participle of ratify; formally approved or confirmed, especially by vote or signature
Usage: often used in legal or political contexts

Examples

• The treaty was ratified by both countries last month.
• Congress ratified the constitutional amendment after lengthy debate.
• The board ratified the new policy changes unanimously.
• Once ratified, the agreement became legally binding.
• The union contract was ratified by a majority vote.
• Several states have not yet ratified the proposed amendment.