CONFORMATIONS Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

conformations

noun

plural of conformation

as in shapes

the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance an ice sculpture in the conformation of a swan

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as in layouts

the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized the regular conformation of particles in a crystal

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as in adjustments

the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation the conformation of their lives to the changing social order

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maladaptations

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Noun

The landscaping is designed to blend into the urban landscape, combining pots of various shapes and sizes that house climbing plants, evergreens, Japanese maples, and tropical species.

— Francesca Longoni, Architectural Digest, 18 July 2026
Fashion is shifting direction, moving away from nondescript minimalist pieces to jewelry that excites—think natural materials, organic shapes, and details that look as though they were gathered during a walk on the beach.

— Selene Oliva, Glamour, 18 July 2026

Definition of shapes

Noun

The seating design is commonplace on many European airlines, which use similar layouts in their short- and medium-haul business class cabins.

— Scott Laird, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2026
The charming 1,200-square-foot condo features individual rooms, ideal for buyers looking for an alternative to open-concept layouts.

— Rachel Freundt, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

Definition of layouts

Noun

The county’s tax rate is projected to remain the same in 2027, which means tax revenues will go up in proportion to property value increases, with adjustments for homestead exemptions.

— Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 17 July 2026
Keeping what works While the formula at Midtown Sundries hasn’t changed much, the restaurant has evolved by making small adjustments instead of sweeping overhauls.

— Evan Moore July 17, Charlotte Observer, 17 July 2026

Definition of adjustments

Noun

The remaining funds will then be distributed among other class members who have submitted valid forms.

— Brian Sloan,Dan Avery, CNBC, 15 July 2026
Instead of painting a broad picture that included all leading forms of content distribution — movie theaters, broadcast and cable television as well as streaming platforms — the states zeroed in on three distinct slices.

— Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026

Definition of forms

Noun

Fannin can line up all over the formation, so will the Browns go with a lot of heavy formations using other tight ends as blockers and Fannin as a slot/flex player?

— Zac Jackson, New York Times, 15 July 2026
There’s even a section of the park below the waves, between Partington Point and McWay Creek, where experienced divers can see underwater rock formations and marine life.

— Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2026

Definition of formations

Noun

As drone warfare becomes the new normal, analysts say all these adaptations and lessons from cities like Nikopol could inform the future of Western defense.

— Daria Tarasova-Markina, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
Far from threatening democracy, these regional centers of governance may represent one of its most important adaptations.

— John Eger, Mercury News, 17 July 2026

Definition of adaptations

Noun

To push the envelope, the researchers even successfully cloaked highly irregular geometries, including a detailed 3D model of a human head.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 14 July 2026
Similarly, John Portman’s Entelechy II in Georgia and Ray Kappe’s home in Los Angeles deftly manipulate space and perspective, employing bold geometries and gravity-defying cantilevers to connect airy interiors to the landscape.

— Mark David, Robb Report, 18 June 2026

Definition of geometries

Noun

Other formats mentioned include balanced political talk, non-political talk, and sports, with an emphasis on local teams.

— Richard Wagoner, Daily News, 13 July 2026
Historically, the two use different formats and software and have different levels of detail depending on what type of machine is rendering them and whether the rendering is pre-baked or being done in real time.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 13 July 2026

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