formulation

noun

for·​mu·​la·​tion ˌfȯr-myə-ˈlā-shən 

: an act or the product of formulating

Synonyms

• articulation
• expression
• phrasing
• statement
• utterance
• verbalism
• voice
• wording

Examples of formulation in a Sentence

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Thanks to jojoba oil and a blend of fruit extracts, the formulation is nourishing, easily blendable, and streak-resistant. —Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2025

As astute observers have noted, that formulation suggests Team Trump is comfortable letting Iran retain a measure of its nuclear potential, and might even consider removing sanctions without a comprehensive dismantling of its atomic effort. —Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025

Algae Black formulations are already used in commercial color applications. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2025

Fun fact: Like most makeup and skin-care products from Tower 28, this formula received the National Eczema Association's Seal of Acceptance for its gentle, irritant-free formulation. —Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 29 Mar. 2025

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