formulation

noun

for·​mu·​la·​tion ˌfȯr-myə-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce formulation (audio)
Synonyms of formulationnext
: an act or the product of formulating

Examples of formulation in a Sentence

his letter was a very accurate formulation of his thoughts on the matter
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This comes after bursting on to the scene about a decade ago, influencing beauty formulation and packaging everywhere. Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 6 Jan. 2026 The team focused on modifying the electrode surface rather than repeatedly adjusting electrolyte formulations. Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026 But Bristol Myers Squibb recently earned approval for a new subcutaneous formulation of its melanoma drug Opdivo, which will help mitigate losses. The Motley Fool, Dallas Morning News, 4 Jan. 2026 Keep in mind that aloe vera formulations also vary, and some can cause side effects, such as GI upset. Sara Hoffman, Verywell Health, 31 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for formulation

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1873, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of formulation was circa 1873

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“Formulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/formulation. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.

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