1. creates or develops a plan, theory, or method in a clear and organized way
2. expresses something in words or in a particular form
3. prepares or makes a substance by combining ingredients according to a specific recipe or formula
Usage: often used in chemistry, medicine, or manufacturing

Examples

• The committee formulates new policies every year.
• She formulates her ideas clearly in writing.
• The scientist formulates a hypothesis before conducting the experiment.
• The company formulates its products in a laboratory.
• He formulates a strategy to improve sales.
• The teacher formulates questions to assess student understanding.