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

Need another word that means the same as “configuration”? Find 20 synonyms and 30 related words for “configuration” in this overview.

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Configuration as a Noun
Definitions of "Configuration" as a noun
Synonyms of "Configuration" as a noun (20 Words)
Usage Examples of "Configuration" as a noun
Associations of "Configuration" (30 Words)

The synonyms of “Configuration” are: constellation, conformation, contour, form, shape, arrangement, layout, geography, design, organization, order, ordering, array, presentation, grouping, sorting, positioning, disposition, ranging, alignment

Configuration as a Noun

Definitions of "Configuration" as a noun

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

The fixed three-dimensional relationship of the atoms in a molecule, defined by the bonds between them.
The arrangement or set-up of the hardware and software that make up a computer system.
An arrangement of parts or elements in a particular form, figure, or combination.
An arrangement of parts or elements.
Any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline.

Synonyms of "Configuration" as a noun (20 Words)

alignment	A position of agreement or alliance. There were originally at least four massive stone alignments running from west to east.
arrangement	An agreement with someone to do something. An intricate arrangement* of gravel paths.*
array	An impressive display. A bewildering array* of choices.*
conformation	Acting according to certain accepted standards. We ve been looking for stock with good overall conformation.
constellation	A configuration of stars as seen from the earth. No two patients ever show exactly the same constellation* of symptoms.*
contour	An outline of a natural feature such as a hill. The contours of the melody.
design	A decorative or artistic work. He made no secret of his designs.
disposition	Your usual mood. A swelling with a disposition* to rupture.*
form	A set order of words a formula. Sponsorship is a form* of advertising.*
geography	(especially in business) a geographical area; a region. The geography* of post war London.*
grouping	The activity of putting things together in groups. A grouping* of left wing trade union leaders.*
layout	A thing arranged or set out in a particular way. A model railway layout.
order	A thing made supplied or served as a result of an order. The skipper gave the order* to abandon ship.*
ordering	Logical or comprehensible arrangement of separate elements. There were mistakes in the ordering* of items on the list.*
organization	The act of organizing a business or an activity related to a business. He was brought in to supervise the organization* of a new department.*
positioning	The post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another.
presentation	A visual representation of something. The presentation* of foods is designed to stimulate your appetite.*
ranging	A large tract of grassy open land on which livestock can graze.
shape	The state of good health especially in the phrases in condition or in shape or out of condition or out of shape. Most economists think the economy is in good shape.
sorting	An operation that segregates items into groups according to a specified criterion. The bottleneck in mail delivery is the process of sorting.

Usage Examples of "Configuration" as a noun

The PC comes with a removable hard disk drive as part of the standard configuration.
The outcome depends on the configuration of influences at the time.
The unrepeatable configuration of the stars at the moment of your birth.
The broad configuration of the economy remains capitalist.

Associations of "Configuration" (30 Words)

architecture	The discipline dealing with the principles of design and construction and ornamentation of fine buildings. The architecture* of a computer s system software.*
arrangement	The action, process, or result of arranging or being arranged. All the arrangements for the wedding were made.
array	An impressive display. I shall have my men drawn up here in battle array* ready to come to your help.*
collocation	A grouping of words in a sentence. The collocation* of the two pieces.*
comply	Act in accordance with someone’s rules, commands, or wishes. All second hand furniture must comply* with the new regulations.*
conformation	Acting according to certain accepted standards. We ve been looking for stock with good overall conformation.
conforming	Adhering to established customs or doctrines (especially in religion.
conformist	Adhering to established customs or doctrines (especially in religion. The poet became more conformist* in his later years.*
contour	Of a road or railway follow the outline of a topographical feature especially along a contour line. The road contours the hillside.
coordinate	Form a coordinate bond to an atom or molecule. Coordinate the painters masons and plumbers.
correspond	Have a close similarity; match or agree almost exactly. The doctor and I corresponded for more than two decades.
deployment	The action of bringing resources into effective action. The authorities announced deployment* of extra security forces in towns and cities to prevent violence.*
dimensional	Having dimension–the quality or character or stature proper to a person- Norman Cousins. Well rounded fully dimensional* characters.*
equine	Resembling a horse. Equine infectious anaemia.
form	An ability to perform well. A form* is as good as the writer who chooses it.*
grid	Put into or set out as a grid. The 20 year old didn t get the best of starts off the grid.
interface	Connect with another computer or piece of equipment by an interface. The interface* between accountancy and the law.*
juxtaposition	A side-by-side position. The juxtaposition* of these two images.*
lattice	An interlaced structure or pattern resembling a lattice. Honeysuckle was growing up a lattice* round the door.*
layout	A plan or design of something that is laid out. Doing layout* for newspapers and magazines.*
ordering	The act of putting things in a sequential arrangement. There were mistakes in the ordering* of items on the list.*
organize	Form or join a union. The soul doth organize* the body.*
placement	The act of putting something in a certain place. A placement* in a special school.*
plan	Make a design of plan out in systematic often graphic form. She had planned the garden from scratch.
planned	Planned in advance. The planned* outlays for new equipment.*
project	Make a projection of the earth sky etc on a plane surface. Project a missile.
scheme	Arrange according to a colour scheme. I scheme* it could work.*
shape	Give a particular shape or form to. Debates about the future shape* of British society.*
structure	Give a structure to. The structure* consisted of a series of arches.*
tangible	Perceptible by the senses especially the sense of touch. Skin with a tangible* roughness.*