# formulaic vs formulate

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### formulaic
*adjective · IPA /ˌfɔɹmjəˈleɪ.ɪk/ · frequency rank #39,820*
Closely following a formula or predictable pattern, as:

### formulate
*verb · IPA /ˈfɔː(ɹ)mjʊleɪt/ · frequency rank #21,519*
To put into a clear and definite form of statement or expression.

## Source
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