formulate vs cast

formulate is not a noun while cast is a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
formulate	No	No	Yes	No
cast	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, cast is a hyponym of formulate; that is, cast is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than formulate:

Other hyponyms of formulate include ask, lexicalise, lexicalize, dogmatise, dogmatize, formularise, formularize, couch, frame, put, redact.

formulate (noun)	cast (noun)
	the act of throwing dice
	the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel
	a violent throw
	object formed by a mold
	bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal
	container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens
	the visual appearance of something or someone
	the actors in a play
	the distinctive form in which a thing is made

formulate (verb)	cast (verb)
put into words or an expression	eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses	formulate in a particular style or language
come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort	choose at random
prepare according to a formula	throw forcefully
	to remove
	form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold
	select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet
	put or send forth
	move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
	deposit
	assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors