constellation

noun

ˌkän(t)-stə-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce constellation (audio)
Definition of constellationnext
1
as in cluster
a number of things considered as a unit the constellation of beliefs, attitudes, and values that serve to define liberalism today

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2
as in grouping
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit the organization invited an impressive constellation of guest speakers

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3
as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged there's a constantly shifting constellation of relationships among the characters of the novel

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Recent Examples of constellation The technology infrastructure nonprofit Earth Fire Alliance is trying to solve this problem with the relatively new idea of a multisatellite constellation. — K. R. Callaway, Scientific American, 20 July 2026 SpaceX plans to build a constellation of 100,000 Starlink V3 spacecraft in low Earth orbit over the coming years, and Starship will do all of the heavy lifting. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 20 July 2026 The stadium is filled with concertgoers wearing light-up wristbands, painting constellations across the stands. — Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 20 July 2026 The Perseids get their name from the constellation Perseus since the meteors appear to radiate from that part of the sky. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for constellation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constellation
  1. cluster
  2. grouping
  3. design
  4. array
  5. group
  6. layout
  7. batch
  8. band
Noun
  • Brave1, Ukraine’s defense-technology cluster, describes implementation speed as a critical factor in modern warfare.
    — John Sviokla, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • One cluster of storms from south of Chicago into neighboring northwest Indiana was warned for wind gusts up to 100 mph.
    — Dakota Smith, CNN Money, 27 July 2026
Definition of cluster
Noun
  • In November 2017 India, Australia, Japan, and the United States revived the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, or the Quad, an informal strategic grouping widely viewed as a response to China’s expanding footprint in the Indo-Pacific region.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 July 2026
  • The most successful arrangements typically share a common thread, whether that’s a similar material, finish, color palette, or overall mood, while still incorporating enough variation to keep the grouping feeling relaxed and layered.
    — Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2026
Definition of grouping
Noun
  • Out of hundreds of entries around the world, the park’s design won first-place in the World Landscape Architecture Awards public design concept category.
    — Noah Daly July 31, Idaho Statesman, 31 July 2026
  • From a 1924 Neo-basque house to design-forward flats with scenic balconies, add the seven Airbnbs below to your Biarritz bucket list.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 31 July 2026
Definition of design
Noun
  • The pact covers a slate of 26 new series rolling out across the period alongside a broad array of library titles, all of which will be included with a standard Prime membership.
    — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 27 July 2026
  • The company is developing a planar coil stellarator architecture designed to use arrays of mass-manufacturable magnets and software controls to produce fusion power.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 27 July 2026
Definition of array
Noun
  • Prepare for a wait—on busy weekends, this casual spot attracts a crowd, with waits up to two hours for groups.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • That message tells us so much about Shai and his standing in the group.
    — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 30 July 2026
Definition of group
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
  • SpaceX has sent yet another batch of its Starlink internet satellites into orbit.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Dim the lights, put all phones in a basket by the door, order pizza, or pop a fresh batch of popcorn in the microwave.
    — Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 31 July 2026
Definition of batch
Noun
  • The width of the band and the level at which it is centered were left unchanged.
    — Anniek Bao,Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 27 July 2026
  • Higher amounts are possible in locations that are hit with several rounds of rain, and in spots where bands of rain slow down or stall out for multiple hours, leading to more serious flooding impacts.
    — Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 27 July 2026
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