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reformulate

 

[ ˌriːˈfɔːr.mjʊ.leɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

to express differently

To reformulate means to express something in a different way or to modify an existing formulation. It often involves altering the structure or phrasing of an idea while preserving its original meaning. This process is commonly used in writing, communication, and scientific contexts to enhance clarity or adaptability.

Synonyms

recast, reinterpret, rephrase, revise, reword

Examples of usage

  • The teacher asked the student to reformulate the question.
  • She needed to reformulate her argument to make it more persuasive.
  • In a meeting, he was encouraged to reformulate his proposal for better understanding.

Translations

Translations of the word "reformulate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reformular

🇮🇳 पुनर्व्यवस्थित करना

🇩🇪 umformulieren

🇮🇩 merumuskan kembali

🇺🇦 переформулювати

🇵🇱 przekształcić

🇯🇵 再構築する

🇫🇷 reformuler

🇪🇸 reformular

🇹🇷 yeniden formüle etmek

🇰🇷 재구성하다

🇸🇦 إعادة صياغة

🇨🇿 přeformulovat

🇸🇰 preformulovať

🇨🇳 重新表述

🇸🇮 preformulirati

🇮🇸 endurskrifa

🇰🇿 қайта формулировка

🇬🇪 ახალი ფორმულირება

🇦🇿 yenidən formalaşdırmaq

🇲🇽 reformular

Etymology

The term 'reformulate' derives from the prefix 're-', meaning 'again' or 'back', and 'formulate', which itself comes from 'formulate' meaning to devise or develop a strategy or method for something. The word 'formulate' is traced back to the Latin 'formulare', which means 'to shape', itself rooted in 'forma', meaning 'shape' or 'form'. The blending of these elements illustrates a focal shift in the alteration of ideas or expressions through reiteration, indicative of a longstanding human endeavor to communicate effectively. The use of 'reformulate' has gained prominence particularly in academic and professional contexts, where precision in language and clarity of thought is paramount.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,766, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.