conformations

noun

plural of conformation
1
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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2
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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3
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conformations
  1. shapes
  2. layouts
  3. adjustments
  4. forms
  5. formations
  6. adaptations
  7. geometries
  8. formats
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
  • Practitioners must also administer informed consent forms before proceeding with any sort of treatment, under Florida law.
    — Ella Moore July 23, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026
  • Human faces emerge from distorted forms that appear stretched through time, echoing motifs found in Chan’s earlier titanium sculptures.
    — Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 22 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
  • There's often a desire to change things up or offer a new perspective and new formats.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • Many theaters in New York and LA were sold out opening weekend, and people want to watch it in as many formats as possible.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 19 July 2026
Definition of formats
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