reformulation
reformulation — noun
- reformulationsingular
- reformulationsplural
1. the act of expressing an idea or statement in different words, especially to mak
the act of expressing an idea or statement in different words, especially to make the meaning clearer, or the new version that results
Maeve's reformulation of the instructions helped the students understand the task.
reformulation of [text / statement] to improve clarity
The lawyer asked for a reformulation of the contract clause to remove the ambiguity.
A simple reformulation of the survey question made it easier for people to answer.
The editor suggested a reformulation of the opening paragraph to make it more engaging.
Darius offered a reformulation of the argument that persuaded everyone in the room.
- rephrasing
nearly identical in meaning; reformulation often implies a more thorough rewrite
- paraphrase
usually a restatement of the same idea at the same length; a reformulation may be shorter or restructured
- rewording
slightly more informal, often used for minor word changes
文法句型
reformulation + of + noun phrase
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 2 (which is about policies, plans, or systems): this sense is about wording, not about policies or systems. The object is typically a text, sentence, question, or argument.
2. the process of changing a plan, set of rules, or system, or the new version that
the process of changing a plan, set of rules, or system, or the new version that results from such a change
Ravindra proposed a reformulation of the company's hiring policy after the internal audit.
reformulation of [policy / plan / system]
A reformulation of the parking rules brought fewer complaints from local residents.
The government announced a reformulation of its energy strategy during last week's press conference.
After the budget crisis, the finance team worked on a reformulation of their spending plan.
文法句型
reformulation + of + noun phrase
用法筆記
Often used in formal or institutional contexts such as government policy, business strategy, or academic curricula.
3. a change made to a product's ingredients or composition, including both the proc
a change made to a product's ingredients or composition, including both the process and the resulting new version
The cereal brand introduced a reformulation that reduced the sugar content by thirty percent.
reformulation that [change / result]
Soraya prefers the old version of the shampoo and dislikes the new reformulation.
The company recalled the drink after a reformulation caused an unusual taste.
Kenji checked the label to see if the reformulation included any new artificial colors.
- modification
broader — any type of change; reformulation specifically refers to the recipe or composition
- alteration
more general and less technical
- new recipe
colloquial equivalent for food products
文法句型
reformulation + of + noun phrase
用法筆記
Common in food science, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries. The term refers either to the act of changing a recipe or to the new recipe itself.
reformulation — verb
- reformulationpresent simple I / you / we / they
- reformulations3rd person singular
- reformulationing-ing form
- reformulationedpast simple
1. to create or express something a second time in a new or different form, usually
to create or express something a second time in a new or different form, usually to improve it or adapt it to new conditions
The professor asked Eli to reformulate his thesis statement for the final draft.
reformulate + noun phrase (thesis / proposal / plan)
After the product test, the chemist reformulated the sunscreen to make it less greasy.
The marketing team decided to reformulate their message for a younger audience.
Arjun reformulated the entire budget proposal after receiving feedback from the manager.
The doctor asked the lab to reformulate the allergy medication for young children.
文法句型
reformulate + noun phrase