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

Because no single firm bears the cost to society of energy price shocks, the private sector tends to underinvest in these safeguards, making their formation dependent on government action. — Jason Bordoff, Foreign Affairs, 14 Aug. 2026

Water and dust are important ingredients in the chemistry that accompanies star and planet formation, meaning material shed by aging stars such as IRS 3 could eventually contribute to future generations of stars and planets. — Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 14 Aug. 2026

In June, officials confirmed the formation of an El Niño, the natural warming of parts of the central Pacific that alters weather worldwide, that is expected to grow to historic strength. — ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026

Nearby Baía dos Porcos trades Sancho’s broad sweep of sand for a tiny, tide-dependent cove surrounded by dark volcanic formations. — Sarah Bruning, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026