Formuláciu
Formuláciu, or formulation, is a term used to denote the act of formulating something—expressing an idea, plan, or policy in a clear and structured way—and the resulting product or statement. In many professional domains, it also refers to a prepared mixture designed for a specific use, such as a pharmaceutical or cosmetic formulation.
Etymology: The word derives from Latin forma “shape, form” and relates to the idea of shaping a
- Chemistry and pharmacology: a formulation combines an active ingredient with excipients to produce a stable, deliverable
- Linguistics and writing: formulation describes the precise articulation of a statement or hypothesis.
- Policy and planning: policy formulation is the process of defining problems, objectives, and options before implementation.
- Mathematics and computer science: a problem formulation expresses a real-world situation as a mathematical or computational
- General discourse: the formulation of arguments, strategies, or proposals.
Good formulation balances clarity, rigor, and feasibility, and it is often iterative, requiring revision as new