ARCHITECTURE: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for ARCHITECTURE?

Need another word that means the same as “architecture”? Find 19 synonyms and 30 related words for “architecture” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Architecture” are: computer architecture, building design, planning, building, construction, building style, design, structure, framework, form, formation, shape, composition, organization, layout, build, anatomy, make-up, constitution

Architecture as a Noun

Definitions of "Architecture" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “architecture” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• (computer science) the structure and organization of a computer's hardware or system software.
• The conceptual structure and logical organization of a computer or computer-based system.
• The complex or carefully designed structure of something.
• The style in which a building is designed and constructed, especially with regard to a specific period, place, or culture.
• The profession of designing buildings and environments with consideration for their esthetic effect.
• The art or practice of designing and constructing buildings.
• An architectural product or work.
• The discipline dealing with the principles of design and construction and ornamentation of fine buildings.
• The structure and organization of a computer's hardware or system software.

Synonyms of "Architecture" as a noun (19 Words)

anatomy	A detailed analysis. He studied the anatomy of crimes.
build	The proportions of a person’s or animal’s body. The car s high specification and impressive build quality.
building	The occupants of a building. Workers in the building trades.
building design	The occupants of a building.
building style	A structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place.
composition	A creative work, especially a poem or piece of music. A theory is a composition of interrelated facts.
computer architecture	A machine for performing calculations automatically.
constitution	The constitution written at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in 1787 and subsequently ratified by the original thirteen states. The constitution of a PTA group last year.
construction	Drawing a figure satisfying certain conditions as part of solving a problem or proving a theorem. They put an unsympathetic construction on his conduct.
design	The act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan. He has just unveiled his design for the new museum.
form	Details of previous performances by a racehorse or greyhound. The outward forms of religion.
formation	A particular spatial arrangement. A formation of planes.
framework	An essential supporting structure of a building, vehicle, or object. A conservatory in a delicate framework of iron.
layout	A plan or design of something that is laid out. A model railway layout.
make-up	The way in which someone or something is composed.
organization	An organized structure for arranging or classifying. The facts were familiar but it was in the organization of them that he was original.
planning	An act of formulating a program for a definite course of action. The planning stages of the operation.
shape	The state of good health especially in the phrases in condition or in shape or out of condition or out of shape. He was in no shape to drive.
structure	A building or other object constructed from several parts. The structure consisted of a series of arches.

Usage Examples of "Architecture" as a noun

• Schools of architecture and design.
• Architecture and eloquence are mixed arts whose end is sometimes beauty and sometimes use.
• Georgian architecture.
• The architecture of a computer's system software.
• The chemical architecture of the human brain.

Associations of "Architecture" (30 Words)

architect	Someone who creates plans to be used in making something (such as buildings. We are seeking an experienced software architect to join our scientific computing team.
architectural	Relating to the art or practice of designing and constructing buildings. Wootton Bassett has retained much of its architectural heritage.
baroque	The baroque style or period. The sculptural group in Rome is a key work of the baroque.
bricklayer	A craftsman skilled in building with bricks.
builder	A person who creates a business or who organizes and develops a country. A boatbuilder.
building	The occupants of a building. The entire building complained about the noise.
carpentry	The craft of a carpenter: making things out of wood. Carpentry skills.
classical	Representing an exemplary standard within a traditional and long-established form or style. Classical mechanics.
construction	The industry of constructing buildings, roads, etc. You could put an honest construction upon their conduct.
framework	A hypothetical description of a complex entity or process. The theoretical framework of political sociology.
gothic	Characteristic of the style of type commonly used for printing German. Gothic novels like Frankenstein.
modernist	Of or associated with modernism, especially in the arts. His early work explored all manner of modernist styles.
rebuild	An instance of rebuilding. We try to help them rebuild their lives.
recast	Cast again. He was recast as Iago.
reconstitute	Construct or form anew or provide with a new structure. The governing board was reconstituted.
reconstruct	Return to its original or usable and functioning condition. Reconstruct the events of 20 years ago.
reconstruction	The period 1865–77 following the American Civil War, during which the southern states of the Confederacy were controlled by federal government and social legislation, including the granting of new rights to black people, was introduced. The economic reconstruction of Russia.
redesign	The action or process of redesigning something. The front seats have been redesigned.
reestablish	Bring back into original existence, use, function, or position. Reestablish peace in the region.
reforestation	The process of replanting an area with trees. The need for post fire reforestation.
reinstate	Restore to the previous state or rank. The union threatened strike action if Owen was not reinstated.
remodel	Cast or model anew. We are remodeling these rooms.
remold	Cast again.
repertory	Repertory theatres regarded collectively. His long apprenticeship in repertory was as satisfying as what he is doing now.
reshape	Shape anew or differently. The new foreign minister reshaped the foreign policy of his country.
sculpture	Form or shape as if by sculpture especially with strong smooth curves. Ammonite shells with external sculpture near the aperture.
sicilian	A resident of Sicily.
spire	A tapering conical or pyramidal structure on the top of a building, typically a church tower. Spires of delphiniums.
structure	Give a structure to. The structure of the benzene molecule.
style	Make consistent with certain rules of style. Backing out isn t my style.