CONFIGURATION Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

configuration

noun

kən-ˌfi-gyə-ˈrā-shən

Definition of configuration

as in structure

the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form the basic configuration of the building is that of a geodesic dome

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as in layout

the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized a small business computer system in its simplest configuration

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as in design

the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged his photographs have an intentionally loose configuration, with no single object intended as the primary center of interest

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as in shape

the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance a birthday cake in the configuration of a top hat

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Recent Examples of configuration Developer agents can pull packages, change configurations and push code through workflows automatically. — Ken Ammon, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026 In its default configuration, the handheld’s screen is flanked by analog sticks, a D-pad, and Xbox-style ABXY face buttons, plus two triggers on each shoulder. — Dominic Preston, The Verge, 2 Sep. 2026 Silly, preventable mistakes Lax configuration of routing security in Softaculous’ hosting provider, Hetzner Online, was the major contributor to the hack. — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 2 Sep. 2026 But that doesn’t mean the Ford Ranger Super Duty would never be welcome here—especially in its new 6×6 configuration. — Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for configuration

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Noun

That pair, combined with the wider structure and personnel around them, ensure Leeds do not collapse when home sides like Brighton, predictably, lay it on thick.

— Beren Cross, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Officials asked the public to continue avoiding the parking structure while police investigated.

— Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of structure

Noun

The contestants will have to design a wedding dress that showcases their style, and the winning design will be produced and sold by David’s Bridal.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026
The researchers say a phase-change heatsink can reduce size and weight by more than 50 percent while maintaining the thermal capacity of a conventional design.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of design

Noun

Donald, 35, rejoined the Rams in late August after two seasons away from the team, and the eight-time first team All-Pro defensive tackle has been working his way back into game shape.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026
The five frame collection takes inspiration from retro-futurism across each color and sculptural shape, offering a unique and bold shape to take center stage in your outfit.

— Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of shape

Noun

To build the president’s White House ballroom, roughly 250 workers have been pouring concrete and installing steel framework, keeping the site humming for 20 hours a day, seven days a week.

— Janay Kingsberry, The Atlantic, 5 Sep. 2026
Osteopathic medical education intentionally integrates biomedical, clinical, health systems and biomechanical sciences, and concepts aligned with complexity science into a coherent framework for physician formation.

— Torie Bosch, STAT, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of framework

Noun

These subsurface formations are hotter than 750°F (399°C) and hold enough energy to transform green grid economics.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026
In fact, the same scientists who conducted this research previously found evidence of a magnetic field that existed 2 million years into the formation of the solar system, baked into meteorites.

— Robert Lea, Space.com, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of formation

Noun

The National Golf Foundation said in May that the number of female on-course golfers rose 45 percent form 2020 to 2025.

— Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2026
For the two-part exposé, written in diary form, Steinem assumed a fake identity and accepted a job for several weeks as a bunny.

— Elizabeth Chuck, NBC news, 3 Sep. 2026

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