non-formulaic
|non-for-mu-la-ic|
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/nɒnˌfɔːrˈmjʊleɪɪk/
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/nɒnˌfɔːmjʊˈleɪɪk/
unconventional
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-formulaic' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'formulaic' from Latin 'formula', meaning 'a small form or rule'.
Historical Evolution
'Formulaic' evolved from the Latin 'formula', which was used in medieval English as 'formule', eventually becoming 'formulaic' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'formulaic' meant 'pertaining to a formula', but 'non-formulaic' evolved to mean 'not following a formula'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not following a set formula or pattern; original or unconventional.
The artist's non-formulaic approach to painting made her work stand out.
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Last updated: 2025/01/15 18:08