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Solemnize (Verb)

Observe or perform with dignity or gravity; "The King solemnized this day of morning".

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

The priest solemnized the wedding vows with a recitation of a sacred hymn.
The nation solemnized the anniversary of its independence with ceremonies and parades.
The death of the president was solemnized by a week of national mourning.
The musicians solemnized the occasion with a rendition of a classical symphony.
The Olympic torch relay solemnized the spirit of unity and friendship among nations.

Perform (the wedding ceremony) with proper ceremonies.

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

The priest was invited by the family to solemnize the wedding of their daughter in their ancestral church.
The couple chose a local minister to solemnize their union in a beautiful outdoor setting.
After being together for 10 years, they finally decided to let a judge solemnize their marriage in a simple yet intimate ceremony.
As the family's trusted friend, the bishop was asked to solemnize the wedding of the young lovers.
They asked a relative who was also a registered officiant to solemnize their beach wedding.

Make solemn and grave; "This ceremony solemnized our hearts".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The dimly lit candles solemnized the atmosphere of the funeral service.
The moment of silence solemnized the gathering as everyone remembered the fallen heroes.
The grand procession solemnized the crowning of the new king in a display of pageantry and splendor.
The fading light of the sunset solemnized the mood of the couple as they walked hand in hand along the beach.
The somber music solemnized the tone of the memorial ceremony.