Synonyms of formation

formation

noun

fȯr-ˈmā-shən 

as in layout

the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized

geese flying south in a V-formation

Synonyms & Similar Words

• layout
• format
• arrangement
• setup
• configuration
• conformation
• design
• composition
• plan
• structure
• construction
• scheme
• setout
• constitution
• makeup
• build
• getup

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of formation

When this finally occurs, its spiral arms will generate a massive uptick in star formations. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 3 Sep. 2026

Tokyo Broadcasting System Holdings will cover its global expansion in a session detailing its tie-up with Hollywood’s Legendary Entertainment and the formation of StudioMonowa, a venture co-established with South Korea’s CJ ENM and U-Next Holdings. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 3 Sep. 2026

Head to Dells of the Wisconsin River State Natural Area for views of trees in their seasonal finery among numerous pines and set against Cambrian sandstone cliffs, canyons, and unique rock formations. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026

The 12 Rassvet satellites currently flying at 300 miles are lined up in a formation to bring them over Ukraine twice per day for communication windows of up to 90 minutes. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 2 Sep. 2026