Synonyms of constructions

constructions

noun

plural of construction

1

as in structures

something put together by arranging or connecting an array of parts

the swing set turned out to be a more complicated construction than the "some assembly required" warning suggested

Synonyms & Similar Words

• structures
• arrangements
• erections
• frameworks
• assemblies
• geometries
• configurations
• skeletons
• frames
• shells
• geographies

2

as in explanations

a statement that makes something clear

could you give us your construction of this passage in the Bible?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• explanations
• interpretations
• illustrations
• translations
• analyses
• elucidations
• explications
• clarifications
• definitions
• exegeses
• illuminations
• expositions
• reasonings
• road maps
• comments
• demonstrations
• commentaries
• annotations
• restatements
• meanings
• edifications
• glosses
• paraphrases
• justifications
• enlightenments
• rationalizations
• enactments
• rationales
• disentanglements
• warnings
• epexegeses
• caveats
• cautions

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of constructions

Credit is due to the Illinois Department of Transportation and the engineers and constructions teams that carried out the innovative designs and construction approaches, which led to the completion of the project ahead of schedule. — Chicago Tribune, 9 Nov. 2026

After an earthquake destroyed much of Tashkent in 1966, these mosaic designs were embedded into new constructions, becoming a distinctive part of Uzbekistan’s Soviet-era architectural landscape. — Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 8 Nov. 2026

In 40 of 41 local ballot races around the country, many in the state of Ohio, voters opted to restrict or prohibit new data center constructions in their areas. — Shannon Osaka, Washington Post, 6 Nov. 2026

The light sculptures, which vary from sconce-like creations to hulking constructions out of a sci-fi movie, have a sly sense of humor and a human quality. — Ingrid Abramovitch, Architectural Digest, 4 Nov. 2026

This lucid translation makes no apologies for preserving Homer’s (to us) nonidiomatic constructions. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026

Her constructions are rife with hourglass seams that make coats conform to, rather than constrict, the body’s curves, or panels under the arm to enhance range of movement. — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026

The act prohibited commercial timber harvesting, cars, and human constructions. — Story Hinckley, Christian Science Monitor, 28 Oct. 2026