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

Modern slips and colorful dresses in fluid shapes are equally strong choices, and when all else fails, a little black dress is a safe bet.

— Corinne Pierre-Louis, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2026
Making casual clothes look luxurious was hardly new, but Cucinelli did it in a way that flattered changing body shapes while establishing an instantly recognizable aesthetic.

— Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of shapes

Noun

The 128 is semi-custom, like previous models, meaning owners can pick from a wide array of interior finishes, layouts, and furnishings.

— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
PDFs can be converted to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, text, HTML, PNG, and JPG while preserving original layouts, images, and hyperlinks.

— StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of layouts

Noun

Even something as seemingly inconsequential as wearing gloves can require considerable technique adjustments, especially for bowhunters.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026
Those adjustments can take many forms, and life insurance may be one tool worth considering as part of the process.

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of adjustments

Noun

The timing of Isaias is an exception to this trend, due to the current super El Niño weather pattern, which stunted Atlantic hurricane formations through September while cranking out storms throughout the Pacific region.

— Robin Webb, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026
Weaker formations suffer heavier losses, creating a cycle of high attrition and constant replenishment.

— Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of formations

Noun

As with past Carrie adaptations, the Prime series sets the story in the present day, which allows the writers to lean into contemporary social commentary.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 8 Oct. 2026
Paramount has seen a lot of promise in the video game world as of late as Cyberpunk 2077 is one of several video game adaptations on the slate.

— Justin Kroll, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of adaptations

Noun

Computer simulations indicate that one of the geometries studied by the team could improve NMR sensitivity and accuracy by roughly an order of magnitude.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 23 Sep. 2026
In Alcubierre's original concept, exotic matter would be a likely source of the negative energy density needed to facilitate the advanced spacetime geometries required for warp bubble creation.

— Micah Hanks, Space.com, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of geometries

Noun

Stream, a strategic partner for Talpa Studios, focused on creating formats for the streaming generation, has developed several other titles that are gaining traction in the market.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026
Renowned British scientist and broadcaster Brian Cox has struck a deal with SPT International Production’s Digital Studio that will see the pair create his formats in the digital space for the first time.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 5 Oct. 2026

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