CONSTELLATION Synonyms
There are 3 hypernyms of the word constellation. (close relations)
Definition of CONSTELLATION
Best Alternative Words for CONSTELLATION
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configuration | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an arrangement of parts or elements • any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) | ||||||||
arrangement | nounn | |||||||
noun • the thing arranged or agreed to • an orderly grouping (of things or persons) considered as a unit; the result of arranging • an organized structure for arranging or classifying • the spatial property of the way in which something is placed • a piece of music that has been adapted for performance by a particular set of voices or instruments • the act of arranging and adapting a piece of music | ||||||||
array | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an orderly arrangement • an impressive display • especially fine or decorative clothing • an arrangement of aerials spaced to give desired directional characteristics verb • lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line • align oneself with a group or a way of thinking | ||||||||
assembly | nounn | |||||||
noun • a group of machine parts that fit together to form a self-contained unit • the act of constructing something (as a piece of machinery) • a public facility to meet for open discussion • a group of persons who are gathered together for a common purpose • a unit consisting of components that have been fitted together • the social act of assembling | ||||||||
cluster | nounn | |||||||
noun • a grouping of a number of similar things verb • come together as in a cluster or flock • gather or cause to gather into a cluster | ||||||||
collection | nounn | |||||||
noun • several things grouped together or considered as a whole • a publication containing a variety of works • request for a sum of money • the act of gathering something together | ||||||||
formation | nounn | |||||||
noun • an arrangement of people or things acting as a unit • the act of fabricating something in a particular shape • the act of forming or establishing something • (geology) the geological features of the earth • a particular spatial arrangement • natural process that causes something to form • creation by mental activity | ||||||||
group | nounn | |||||||
noun • any number of entities (members) considered as a unit • (chemistry) two or more atoms bound together as a single unit and forming part of a molecule • a set that is closed, associative, has an identity element and every element has an inverse verb • arrange into a group or groups • form a group or group together | ||||||||
lineup | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • (baseball) a list of batters in the order in which they will bat • a line of persons arranged by police for inspection or identification • the schedule of programs for a particular period | ||||||||
set | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used • evil Egyptian god with the head of a beast that has high square ears and a long snout; brother and murderer of Osiris • (mathematics) an abstract collection of numbers or symbols • several exercises intended to be done in series • representation consisting of the scenery and other properties used to identify the location of a dramatic production • an unofficial association of people or groups • a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way • the act of putting something in position • a unit of play in tennis or squash • the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization • the descent of a heavenly body below the horizon • (psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way • any electronic equipment that receives or transmits radio or tv signals adjective satellite • (usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed • fixed and unmoving • situated in a particular spot or position • set down according to a plan • being below the horizon • determined or decided upon as by an authority • converted to solid form (as concrete) verb • put into a certain place or abstract location • fix conclusively or authoritatively • decide upon or fix definitely • establish as the highest level or best performance • put into a certain state; cause to be in a certain state • fix in a border • make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc • set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly • locate • disappear beyond the horizon • adapt for performance in a different way • put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground • apply or start • become gelatinous • set in type • put into a position that will restore a normal state • insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink) • give a fine, sharp edge to a knife or razor • urge to attack someone • estimate • equip with sails or masts • get ready for a particular purpose or event • alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard • produce fruit • arrange attractively | ||||||||
asterism | nounn | |||||||
noun • (mineralogy) a star-shaped figure with six rays that is seen in some crystal structures under reflected or transmitted light • (astronomy) a cluster of stars (or a small constellation) |