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 Due to his body's configuration, Cooper also cannot get up from lying down on his side, Keegan said. — Greta Cross, USA Today, 31 July 2026 Once the spin is stopped, the company plans to update the craft's guidance, navigation and control systems to compensate for the degraded configuration. — Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 30 July 2026 Amazon just put a variety of MacBooks on sale, slashing up to $500 off the most expensive MacBook Pro configurations. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 29 July 2026 For time spent on land, the island also features a compact golf course with three greens and multiple teeing areas that can be arranged into 21 different hole configurations. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for configuration

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Noun

What the difference in brain structure between liberals and conservatives?

— Big Think, Big Think, 2 Aug. 2026
Because of Micron’s corporate structure, the company needed to take the exemption two times, requiring it to pay on a maximum of $800 million in assessed value, according to Brad Smith, chief deputy at the Ada County Assessor’s Office.

— Mark Dee August 2, Idaho Statesman, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of structure

Noun

But finishing first and second in the model’s inaugural appearance confirmed the engineering brilliance of the 250 P’s mid-engine layout.

— Howard Walker, Robb Report, 31 July 2026
The converted building with its red brick facade is favored for its large windows, multi-level layouts, outdoor terraces and ceilings that reach up to 25 feet.

— R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of layout

Noun

McCaleb and co-editors Skip Macdonald and Joey Liew, along with Golubić, continued to build sequences from scratch, allowing silence, dialogue, sound design or music to occur naturally depending on the needs of each scene.

— Deadline, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026
The sleek, slip-on style instantly elevates the most basic outfit with that classic mule-meets-loafer design, while the flat bottoms provide all-day comfort.

— Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of design

Noun

Stolzenberg’s lab focuses on pre-clinical research into how the hormones involved with pregnancy and motherhood shape rodents’ brains to develop treatments for peripartum mood disorders.

— Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 5 Aug. 2026
The structure of the pants helps balance the wide shoulders of her blazer, adding shape without restricting movement.

— Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of shape

Noun

Under the framework, individual project task statements will set the technical scope, funding, deliverables, and schedule for specific activities.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 1 Aug. 2026
Right now, America has some of the world’s best innovators building the next generation of financial infrastructure onchain, yet for years they’ve been forced to navigate a regulatory framework defined more by lawsuits than legislation.

— Anthony Scaramucci, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of framework

Noun

Along with discovering sulfur crystals, shiny meteorites and other unusual rock formations, Curiosity has made some of its biggest discoveries about ancient Mars, the space agency said.

— Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026
The legislation led to the formation of local agencies that are responsible for halting chronic declines in groundwater levels, including by imposing pumping limits and fees.

— Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026

Definition of formation

Noun

The agency estimates about 30% of solo car trips each day could be done by walking, carpool or by some form of public transit.

— Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 7 Aug. 2026
Even when fit, the Swedish striker struggled to hit top form after arriving from Newcastle United for a Premier League-record £130m fee.

— Graham Ruthven, New York Times, 7 Aug. 2026

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