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formation

[fawr-mey-shuhn] / fɔrˈmeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
composition, establishment
Synonyms
STRONGEST
arrangement construction creation design development evolution forming pattern production structure
STRONG
accumulation architecture compilation configuration constitution crystallization deposit dispersal disposition embodiment fabrication figure generation genesis grouping induction makeup manufacture order organization rank synthesis
Antonyms
STRONGEST
decrease destruction disorganization ruin stoppage

Example Sentences

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By reconstructing the formation of the ACC, the researchers were able to show how global ocean circulation was reorganized in Earth's past.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

Its daily chart shows it at a critical juncture as a bear flag formation takes shape.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Combining these findings, researchers developed a model of Mars' modern chlorine cycle and airborne carbonate formation.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Carrick followed Fletcher's lead in ditching Amorim's three at the back formation, pushed skipper Bruno Fernandes into a more forward role, recalled Kobbie Mainoo to play alongside Casemiro and stuck with it.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Other damaged planes began to peel away from the formation as well.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.