formula
US /ˈfɔrmjələ/
Definition
a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement
Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.
Examples
The chemist adjusted the formula to improve the cleaning product.
Word Family
NounNoun
formula gốc
formulation
VerbVerb
formulate
formularize
AdjectiveAdj
formulary
AdverbAdv
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Synonyms
- recipedirections for making something
- methoda way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)
- principlea basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
Collocations
- Easy baby formula milkto baby formula milk, meaning to treat with excessive indulgence
- Medium mathematical formuladescribing mathematical formula (of or pertaining to or of the nature of mathematics)
- Hard formula for calculating severance paydescribing formula for calculating severance pay (a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement)
- Very Hard win win formula unlocks deadlocked negotiationsto win win formula unlocks deadlocked negotiations, meaning to be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious
Learner's English edition · Curated definitions for TOEIC learners.