formulate

/'fɔ:mjuleit/ Cách viết khác : (formulise) /'fɔ:mjulaiz/ (formulize) /'fɔ:mjulaiz/
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formulate

The scientist formulates a new hypothesis in her notebook.

Definition
  1. Verb:
    • To create or prepare something methodically, often according to a specific system or formula: This meaning emphasizes the structured and deliberate process of developing something, such as a plan, policy, or product.
    • To express an idea, thought, or plan clearly and precisely in words: This meaning focuses on the articulation of concepts into a defined verbal or written statement.
    • To devise or develop a concept, theory, or plan after careful thought: This meaning highlights the intellectual effort involved in conceiving and working out an idea.
Examples of Usage
  • Verb:
    • The scientist worked to formulate a new hypothesis based on the experimental data.
    • It took the committee several weeks to formulate a response to the crisis.
    • She carefully formulated her question to avoid any misunderstanding.
Advanced Usage
  • "to formulate a strategy": to develop a detailed plan of action.
    • The marketing team needs to formulate a strategy for the new product launch.
  • "to formulate an argument": to construct a reasoned case or position.
    • The lawyer took time to formulate a compelling argument for the defense.
Variants and Related Words
  • Formulation (n): The act or process of formulating, or the product that is formulated.
    • The formulation of the new policy required extensive research.
  • Reformulate (v): To formulate again or differently.
    • The company had to reformulate the product after customer feedback.
Synonyms
  • Devise: To plan or invent by careful thought.
  • Articulate: To express an idea or feeling fluently and coherently.
  • Frame: To formulate (a concept, plan, or system).
  • Conceive: To form or devise (a plan or idea) in the mind.
Related Phrasal Verbs

(Note: "Formulate" is not commonly used with particles to form phrasal verbs. Its meanings are typically expressed directly.)

Related Idioms

(Note: There are no common idioms that use the verb "formulate" as their core component.)

formulate

The scientist formulates a new hypothesis in her notebook.

Verb
  1. prepare according to a formula
  2. put into words or an expression
    • He formulated his concerns to the board of trustees
  3. come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort
    • excogitate a way to measure the speed of light
  4. elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses
    • Could you develop the ideas in your thesis

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