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

The partners say their formulation is lighter than polyester, with mechanical properties suited to apparel and footwear. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 9 Nov. 2026

The commercial paint gave the team a benchmark for how the new formulation performed alongside an existing product designed to limit heat absorption. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026

An unexpected shot at fatherhood is both the last thing Peter needs and, in the movie’s unsurprising yet wholly enjoyable formulation, the best thing that’s ever happened to him. — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 6 Nov. 2026

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

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