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

Along with discovering sulfur crystals, shiny meteorites and other unusual rock formations, Curiosity has made some of its biggest discoveries about ancient Mars, the space agency said. — Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026

The views out the panoramic windows are as stunning as ever; the Quebrada Solar Train (El Tren Solar de la Quebrada) cuts through the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a narrow valley lined with rock formations and stark red hillsides. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2026

Beyond the specific formations, sources at Valdebebas have described Mourinho’s early days at Madrid as being built around intensity and speed in attacking transitions. — Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 30 July 2026

In between, retreating to an expansive suite with panoramic Aegean views, seemingly carved into the island’s eroded rock formations, can feel like its own kind of thrill. — Melinda Sheckells, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

The 1-mile loop gains only about 100 feet in elevation and winds through a scenic valley ringed by the massive rock formations that make Joshua Tree instantly recognizable. — Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026

The tree can be found growing inside of karsts in this region, like Guangxi, which is famous for these massive natural sinkhole formations. — New Atlas, 24 July 2026

Massive boulders and rock formations — quarried on the property — frame the pool and help tie the backyard to the wider landscape. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 23 July 2026

But no one truly emerged as the third option in the room a year ago, especially as the Rams shifted toward three-tight end formations. — Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 23 July 2026