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

Studies have found that, for women, testosterone gels or creams are better than oral formulations, which have been linked to liver and high cholesterol problems. — Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 3 Nov. 2026

Doctors are worried this season's vaccine formulation might not be as effective. — Stephanie Stahl, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026

Its unique formulation, which turns the formula’s jelly texture into a fine mist, gives skin a glass-like finish. — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2026

That’s beginning to change as brands explore formulations designed to support the wider ECM. — Amy Francombe, Vogue, 30 Oct. 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