formulate
FAWM-yuu-layt
Formulate (verb) means to develop and express an idea, plan, or statement clearly and precisely. Example: “The committee formulated a new policy on remote work.”
verb
1
To develop and express an idea, plan, or statement clearly and precisely.
"The committee formulated a new policy on remote work."
"It took her a while to formulate a response."
How to use formulate
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo carefully put a plan, idea, or statement into precise words or steps.
Common pairings
formulate a plan
formulate a strategy
formulate a response
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Word forms
- Third person singular
- formulates
- Past tense
- formulated
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Etymology
From formula + the verb-forming suffix -ate, ultimately from Latin forma, "shape."
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What does “formulate” mean?
The word “formulate” means to develop and express an idea, plan, or statement clearly and precisely. In plain terms, to carefully put a plan, idea, or statement into precise words or steps.
How do you pronounce “formulate”?
“Formulate” is pronounced FAWM-yuu-layt (/ˈfɔː(ɹ)mjʊleɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “formulate” in a sentence?
Here is “formulate” used in a sentence: “The committee formulated a new policy on remote work.”
What part of speech is “formulate”?
“Formulate” is a verb.
Where does the word “formulate” come from?
The word “formulate” comes from Latin. From formula + the verb-forming suffix -ate, ultimately from Latin forma, "shape.".
Is “formulate” a common word?
“Formulate” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
