🧪formulate

verb
/ˈfɔːrmjʊleɪt/

Meaning

to create or devise methodically; to express in a formula
to create or devise a plan, system, or method
To create or develop a plan or idea clearly and specifically, to construct an idea or strategy clearly.

Example Sentences

Scientists formulated a new theory about climate change.

She had to formulate a new strategy for the project.

The company must formulate a strategy for expansion.

Synonyms

devise, create, develop, design, plan, construct
Entry 1
devise, create, develop, design
Entry 2
create, devise, plan, design, develop
Entry 3
develop, create, construct

Antonyms

destroy, dismantle, dissolve, abandon, ruin, ignore, disorganize, confuse, neglect
Entry 1
destroy, dismantle, dissolve, abandon
Entry 2
destroy, ruin, ignore
Entry 3
disorganize, confuse, neglect

Collocations

formulate plan, formulate strategy, formulate theory, formulate policy, formulate a plan, formulate a strategy, formulate a solution
Entry 1
formulate plan, formulate strategy, formulate theory, formulate policy
Entry 2
formulate a plan, formulate a strategy, formulate a solution

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