Synonyms of formations

formations

noun

plural of formation

as in layouts

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

geese flying south in a V-formation

Synonyms & Similar Words

• layouts
• formats
• arrangements
• configurations
• setups
• conformations
• designs
• structures
• plans
• compositions
• setouts
• schemes
• constructions
• constitutions
• builds
• makeups
• getups

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of formations

The timing of Isaias is an exception to this trend, due to the current super El Niño weather pattern, which stunted Atlantic hurricane formations through September while cranking out storms throughout the Pacific region. — Robin Webb, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026

Weaker formations suffer heavier losses, creating a cycle of high attrition and constant replenishment. — Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026

Part of what Webb did after taking over the offense this winter was overhaul not only formations and concepts within Payton’s general playbook, but also tweak terminology to streamline the process for Nix and the offensive players. — Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 8 Oct. 2026

Walk to Makaluapuna Point (also nicknamed as the Dragon’s Teeth Trail) for a casual coastal hike through dramatic lava rock formations that includes a meditative labyrinth. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026

Fitzpatrick’s ability to recognize formations and communicate adjustments could be particularly valuable against that attack. — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 4 Oct. 2026

Riot formations that are teleologically designed for making arrests also play with predictions. — Sophie Landres, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026

This is important because, from late 2025 into early 2026, three other bullish formations failed to produce any meaningful upside follow-through. — Frank Cappelleri, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2026

Lunar rocks and volcanic formations have been dated this way. — Elizabeth Rayne, ArsTechnica, 30 Sep. 2026