conformation

noun

ˌkän-(ˌ)fȯr-ˈmā-shən How to pronounce conformation (audio)
Definition of conformationnext
1
as in shape
the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance an ice sculpture in the conformation of a swan

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2
as in formation
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized the regular conformation of particles in a crystal

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3
as in adjustment
the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation the conformation of their lives to the changing social order

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Recent Examples of conformation Welsh Corgis are prone to arthritis based on their conformation. — Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 24 May 2026 The conformation part of the show began with best of breed judging from the Javits Center on Monday, and group judging continued on Tuesday, on FS1, where Best in Show is awarded. — Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 3 Feb. 2026 In proteins, one substitution may alter conformation or stability, thereby modifying the impact of a second variant. — William A. Haseltine, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026 This takes pride of place between the ground and first floors, while a chandelier by Italian glass specialist Venini nods to the stone’s octahedral crystal conformation. — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 19 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for conformation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conformation
  1. shape
  2. formation
  3. adjustment
  4. form
  5. layout
  6. adaptation
  7. format
  8. adaption
Noun
  • Blending documentary and fictional elements, directors Michael Dweck and Gregory Kershaw pay homage to the remarkable and charming people whose zest for life shapes and preserves this unique region and its centuries-old culture.
    — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026
  • They were asked to press high, in the first half particularly, leaving a 4-2-4 shape with little midfield cover.
    — Cerys Jones, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
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Noun
  • The team says understanding why the impurities do not prevent the formation of high-quality pyrite could help guide the development of similar materials from abundant resources.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2026
  • In the tour’s last two games, Alonso opted to use the three-at-the-back formation that served him so well as Bayer Leverkusen boss.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
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  • Its quincunx to Saturn in your 9th House of Learning and Travel may highlight a budget, deadline, or long-term goal that needs a small adjustment.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Name the number, explain the why, and suggest one adjustment that helps security feel more mutual, not just managed.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of adjustment
Noun
  • Align probiotic pros Align produces supplements in both capsule and gummy form.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • And in a study of a third group of over 690 participants, super movers had better cognition and lower prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
    — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of form
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  • Standard rooms already feel generous by Vegas standards, and suites step up to apartment-like layouts, with separate living areas that make longer stays or work trips more comfortable.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Saly Karavan The interior features a classic tiny house layout, with most of the available space being taken up by the ground floor.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 14 Aug. 2026
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  • There’s no need to theorize about what happened here because the obvious answer is Bret Easton Ellis signed off on the first two episodes and then abandoned the adaptation.
    — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Previously playing a key role in Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Conti’s upcoming slate includes Ti West’s Ebenezer, in addition to Flanagan’s series adaptation of the Stephen King classic Carrie.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of adaptation
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  • It can be stripped through re-saving or format conversion, which is why the two systems are meant to complement each other.
    — Anisha Sircar, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Chick-fil-A is among the latest to tap into this movement, making use of the long-standing Southern tradition of chicken and waffles and repackaging the sweet and savory pairing into a high-protein morning format.
    — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of format
Noun
  • Cross-cutting priorities focus on gender quality and climate change mitigation and adaption.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 30 July 2026
  • Add the upcoming Neuromancer series to that list, an adaption of William Gibson’s hugely influential 1984 cyberpunk novel of the same name.
    — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 26 July 2026
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