formulate
v. C1 Advanced Oxford US //ˈfɔɹmjəˌɫeɪt// UK //fˈɔːmjʊlˌeɪt// for·mu·late
v. to create a plan, an idea, or a list of steps very carefully. You use this when you need to think deeply to get the details exactly right.
v. to create or prepare something through systematic thought and precise effort. Transitive — requires a direct object such as a plan, theory, or policy.
The team needs to formulate a new strategy.
Scientists spent months working to formulate a vaccine that would remain stable at room temperature.
The committee was tasked to formulate a comprehensive response to the housing crisis, ensuring that every proposed measure was backed by recent economic data.
From formula + -ate.
Usage
The verb is transitive and typically takes abstract nouns like 'plan', 'policy', 'theory', or 'response' as its object.