Synonyms of arrangements

arrangements

noun

plural of arrangement

1

as in plans

a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective

will work out a visitation arrangement in court

Synonyms & Similar Words

• plans
• strategies
• blueprints
• programs
• schemes
• projects
• systems
• designs
• proposals
• procedures
• ways
• ideas
• games
• master plans
• game plans
• recipes
• ground plans
• devices
• techniques
• road maps
• policies
• purposes
• plots
• intentions
• maneuvers
• tactics
• specifications
• contrivances
• protocols
• means
• collusions
• conspiracies
• conceptions
• intents
• subterfuges
• stratagems
• maps
• patterns
• ruses
• tricks
• gambits
• setups
• diagrams
• layouts
• formulas
• specifics
• aims
• platforms
• counterstrategies
• counterplans
• projets

2

as in layouts

the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized

an artistic arrangement of the vases on the shelf

Synonyms & Similar Words

• layouts
• formations
• formats
• setups
• configurations
• plans
• designs
• conformations
• compositions
• setouts
• schemes
• structures
• constructions
• builds
• constitutions
• makeups
• getups

3

as in designs

the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged

the close arrangement of the figures in the family portrait is meant to be symbolic of their close emotional attachment

Synonyms & Similar Words

• layouts
• designs
• formats
• compositions
• themes
• patterns
• motifs
• forms
• configurations
• constellations
• ordonnances
• makeups
• getups

4

as in sequences

the way objects in space or events in time are arranged or follow one another

the ill-advised arrangement of works in the piano recital resulted in pieces of similar mood being played back-to-back

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sequences
• distributions
• orderings
• setups
• dispositions
• orders
• arrays
• disposals
• layouts
• continuities
• chains
• processions
• priorities
• series
• structures
• designs
• successions
• patterns
• systems
• progressions
• alignments
• precedences

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disruptions
• disorders
• confusions
• upsets
• disorganizations
• disconnections

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of arrangements

This will encourage the future flower stalks to be tall and strong—perfect for fall flower arrangements. — The Spruce, 11 Aug. 2026

Either way, check the rental listings for the layout and sleeping arrangements to make sure everyone has a place to sleep. — Sara Hansen, Denver Post, 11 Aug. 2026

Funeral arrangements were being made by the family, and plans may be coming later on a more public formal ceremony, according to the company. — ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026

Interestingly, though, pentagonal arrangements of atoms can fill space in almost-but-never-quite-repeating patterns with fivefold symmetry, forming materials called quasicrystals. — Natalie Wolchover, Quanta Magazine, 10 Aug. 2026

Known for her candid lyrics and conversational vocal tone, Bridgers crafts her music with acoustic guitar at its core and weaves in lush string arrangements and layers of electronic sounds. — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Aug. 2026

Striking arrangements of fruit trees and flowering trees are promised for a space that borders the Inhotim Private Natural Heritage Reserve and the Paz Environmental Protection Area. — Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Her answer is that corporations aren’t simply voluntary market arrangements. — Literary Hub, 10 Aug. 2026

The music recalled the angst and coldness of Carpenter’s movie scores but with more robust arrangements, buttressed by Davies’ guitar. — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 9 Aug. 2026