Fos'sil·ized adjective Converted into a fossil; antiquated; firmly fixed in views or opinions. « A fossilized sample of confused provincialism.» Earle. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/F/67
fossilisedadjective set in a rigidly conventional pattern of behavior, habits, or beliefs; `obsolete fossilized ways`; `an ossified bureaucratic system` Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20974