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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Novo Nordisk holds a patent for the precise ingredients and formulation of the Wegovy pill, says Moreno. Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 6 Feb. 2026 The formulation hits all the targets my tired eyes crave—brightening dark circles, decreasing puffiness, and reducing the look of fine lines. Cathy Nelson, InStyle, 4 Feb. 2026 Other estrogen supplements might include herbal remedies in their formulations. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026 This formulation is lactose-free and suitable for vegetarians. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2026 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 14 Feb. 2026.

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