Synonyms of configuration

configuration

noun

kən-ˌfi-gyə-ˈrā-shən 

1

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• structure
• framework
• architecture
• infrastructure
• shell
• fabric
• frame
• skeleton
• shape
• framing
• network
• armature
• edifice
• outline
• lattice
• cadre
• contour
• profile
• cage
• chassis
• figure
• silhouette

2

as in layout

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

a small business computer system in its simplest configuration

Synonyms & Similar Words

• layout
• formation
• format
• setup
• arrangement
• design
• conformation
• plan
• setout
• composition
• structure
• scheme
• construction
• makeup
• build
• constitution
• getup

3

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• layout
• design
• format
• composition
• pattern
• arrangement
• theme
• motif
• form
• makeup
• constellation
• getup
• ordonnance

4

as in shape

the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance

a birthday cake in the configuration of a top hat

Synonyms & Similar Words

• shape
• form
• geometry
• fashion
• figure
• conformation
• cast
• layout
• outline
• contour
• profile
• design
• silhouette
• framework
• frame
• shell
• setup
• pattern
• organization
• arrangement
• plan
• format
• skeleton
• makeup

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• material
• matter
• composition
• substance
• stuff
• raw material

Example Sentences

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