1. performs or celebrates (a ceremony, especially a marriage) in a formal and dignified manner
Usage: formal
2. makes something serious, grave, or ceremonial
Usage: formal

Examples

• The minister solemnizes weddings every Saturday at the chapel.
• A judge can solemnize marriages in most states.
• The priest solemnizes the ceremony with traditional prayers.
• She solemnizes the occasion with a moment of silence.
• The mayor solemnizes civil unions at city hall.
• The rabbi solemnizes the wedding under the chuppah.