ratifying (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈrætɪfaɪɪŋ/
Definition
Giving formal consent or approval to a treaty, contract, or agreement, making it officially valid.
Examples
The committee is responsible for ratifying the proposed changes to the company's bylaws.
After a lengthy debate, the parliament voted on ratifying the international trade agreement.
It is crucial that all member states are on board with ratifying the new environmental regulations.
How to Use ratifying
- ratify a treaty (collocation)
- To give official approval to an international agreement. — "The delegates met to discuss ratifying the new climate accord."
- ratify an agreement (collocation)
- To formally accept or confirm a contract or understanding. — "The board will vote on ratifying the merger agreement next week."
- ratify the constitution (collocation)
- To give formal consent to a foundational legal document. — "The states are currently in the process of ratifying the proposed constitutional amendment."
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