formulation

noun

for·​mu·​la·​tion ˌfȯr-myə-ˈlā-shən 

: an act or the product of formulating

Synonyms of formulation

• voice
• expression
• wording
• articulation
• statement

Examples of formulation in a Sentence

his letter was a very accurate formulation of his thoughts on the matter

Recent Examples on the Web

But that formulation ignores the crucial matter of what those things do to the people who use them. — Benjamin Wallace-Wells, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026

Veradermics announced positive results for its lead candidate, a tablet formulation of minoxidil, in male-pattern hair loss in April. — Avalon Pernell, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026

During development, the R&D team found that the protein itself could also provide functional properties including emulsifying, binding, and thickening, reducing the reliance on unnecessary ingredients for texture and formulation performance. — Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026

At the center is a softer formulation of the supercritical foam, surrounded by a more firm perimeter to create a plate-like effect along with support and durability. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1873, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for formulation

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation