Formulating: meaning, definitions and examples

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formulating

[ˈfɔːmjʊˌleɪt ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Verb}

communication

Express (an idea) in a concise or systematic way.

Synonyms

articulate, express, phrase, word.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
formulating	Used when developing or creating a plan, idea, or policy with careful thought. The team is formulating a new strategy for the marketing campaign. She spent the weekend formulating a plan to improve the company's workflow.
express	Used when conveying thoughts, feelings, or ideas through words, gestures, or actions. He expressed his gratitude through a heartfelt letter. She finds it difficult to express her emotions openly.
articulate	Used when speaking clearly and effectively or in a way that people understand easily. He is able to articulate his ideas clearly during the meeting. She finds it easy to articulate complex concepts to the students.
phrase	Used when crafting a specific group of words to convey an idea more precisely or creatively. He took a moment to phrase his response carefully. She is known for her ability to phrase things in a memorable way.
word	Used when talking about choosing particular words to say something, often in writing or speech. He found it hard to word his apology properly. The author carefully worded her criticism to avoid offending anyone.

Examples of usage

She was able to formulate her thoughts clearly in the meeting.
He struggled to formulate a response to the difficult question.

^{Context #2 | Verb}

chemistry

Create or prepare methodically according to a particular formula.

Synonyms

compose, create, develop, prepare.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
formulating	Used when expressing an idea in a clear and detailed way or making plans for something complicated. She was formulating her thoughts before the big speech The scientists are formulating a new theory about the universe
create	A broad term used when producing something new or original. It can be used in both artistic and practical contexts. She loves to create art in her free time They created a new app that helps people learn languages
prepare	Used when making something ready for use or consideration in advance. Common in everyday tasks and planning. She needs to prepare dinner for her family He is preparing a presentation for the meeting
develop	Used when something is being improved or taken through a series of stages to make it more advanced or better. The team is developing a new software update He has developed his skills over many years of practice
compose	Commonly used in artistic contexts like writing music or creating literature, also can mean putting together in a calm and organized manner. He composed a beautiful symphony She took a moment to compose herself before speaking

Examples of usage

The scientist formulated a new theory based on the experimental results.
The company formulated a new product for the market.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

The word comes from the Latin 'formulare', meaning to shape or arrange something.
It has roots in the word 'formula', relating to set forms or rules used in math and science.
The suffix '-ing' indicates an action, so 'formulating' describes the process of shaping something into a specific form.

Science

In chemistry, formulating involves creating mixtures of substances to produce a desired reaction.
Pharmaceuticals rely on formulating to design effective medications with specific dosages.
Environmental scientists formulate strategies to combat pollution, focusing on innovative approaches to protect ecosystems.

Education

Teachers often use formative assessments to gauge understanding and improve lesson plans.
Curriculum development is a formulating process where educators create structured learning experiences for students.
Studying various teaching methods involves formulating a personal philosophy of education, guiding how one shares knowledge.

Business

Companies formulate marketing strategies to engage customers and promote products effectively.
In business planning, formulating goals helps teams outline their objectives and the steps needed to reach them.
Startups often spend considerable time formulating their unique selling propositions to differentiate themselves in crowded markets.

Technology

Software developers engage in formulating algorithms, which are step-by-step procedures for solving problems.
AI and machine learning involve complex formulating of models that enable computers to learn from data.
In product development, teams formulate design specs to guide the creation of new technologies.

Translations

Translations of the word "formulating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 formulação

🇮🇳 संकल्पना

🇩🇪 Formulierung

🇮🇩 merumuskan

🇺🇦 формулювання

🇵🇱 formułowanie

🇯🇵 定式化

🇫🇷 formulation

🇪🇸 formulación

🇹🇷 formülasyon

🇰🇷 정식화

🇸🇦 صياغة

🇨🇿 formulování

🇸🇰 formulácia

🇨🇳 制定

🇸🇮 formulacija

🇮🇸 mótun

🇰🇿 қалыптастыру

🇬🇪 ფორმულირება

🇦🇿 formalaşdırma

🇲🇽 formulación

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,032, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.

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