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

New formulations for both vaccines now have the FDA’s nod, clearing the path for manufacturers to crank out doses and sell them, and for health-care providers to receive and deliver them. —Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 7 June 2026

At Tuckernuck, Americana charm goes hand in hand with sweat-ready formulations — serving up looks for the studio, the nail salon, and every setting in between. —Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026

Research has found a link between mouthwash use and higher blood pressure, but only with frequent use or stronger antibacterial formulations. —Laura Bradley, Health, 3 June 2026

Wax formulations are typically proprietary and shielded from disclosure by intellectual property and confidential business information laws. —Kathryn Crawford, The Conversation, 3 June 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