ARRANGEMENT Synonyms: 95 Similar and Opposite Words

arrangement

noun

ə-ˈrānj-mənt

Definition of arrangement

as in plan

a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective will work out a visitation arrangement in court

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Relevance

as in layout

the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized an artistic arrangement of the vases on the shelf

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as in design

the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged the close arrangement of the figures in the family portrait is meant to be symbolic of their close emotional attachment

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as in sequence

the way objects in space or events in time are arranged or follow one another the ill-advised arrangement of works in the piano recital resulted in pieces of similar mood being played back-to-back

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Recent Examples of arrangement The unique vow arrangement saw both Swift and Kelce deliver 20-minute speeches celebrating their love and commitment to one another. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 6 July 2026 These ships often operate in legal gray zones, using opaque ownership structures, frequent flag changes and alternative insurance arrangements to avoid sanctions enforcement. — John Calabrese, The Conversation, 6 July 2026 Without a record of their proceedings, litigants can’t prove what happened in the courtroom, or appeal if a judge denies a restraining order or approves a custody arrangement that leaves them vulnerable to further violence. — Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026 In Beijing, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told reporters that the test launch was a routine military arrangement and that it was not directed at any specific country. — ABC News, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for arrangement

Recent Examples of Synonyms for arrangement

Noun

Corlys, one of few characters on the show who has survived long enough to ask for a favor in return for his service, shares his plan with Rhaenyra, asking her earnestly for public support from the crown.

— Zoe Papelis, Vulture, 6 July 2026
The government claimed the feature could increase cybercrime incidents and has directed the platform to pause its plans.

— Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 6 July 2026

Definition of plan

Noun

The white floral print channels the actress’s effortless aesthetic, and the easy-to-style design can be paired with tank tops, T-shirts, or even worn as a strapless swimsuit cover-up for beach days and vacations.

— Taylor Jean Stephan, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
That design allows researchers to position the ion with greater flexibility while making weak oscillating fields easier to detect.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026

Definition of design

Noun

Pete Crow-Armstrong and Bregman both tagged and advanced on the sequence, putting runners on second and third for Suzuki.

— Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2026
The companies getting this right ensure that marketing, R&D and operations work from the same consumer truth at the same time so that what consumers need and what the business can brilliantly deliver are answered together, not in sequence.

— Manmit Shrimali, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Definition of sequence

Noun

The group’s formation is an indication of how the investigation of UAPs and the possibility of contact with intelligent alien life has gained acceptance in mainstream culture—and the halls of power.

— Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 2 July 2026
The company said later releases will add non-woven fabric formation, viscose, apparel assembly, bovine leather, and dyeing and printing chemicals.

— Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 2 July 2026

Definition of formation

Noun

Sportsbook odds can also reflect risk management and bettor demand, while prediction markets can be influenced by liquidity and trader composition.

— Giovanni Malloy, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
That’s not to mention an upcoming summer of local and national festivities that promises fireworks, parades, bands, speeches, prizes, and commemorative everything, from postage stamps and coins to musical compositions.

— Brenda Wineapple, The New York Review of Books, 4 July 2026

Definition of composition

Noun

Equitable distribution With the equitable distribution framework, a judge decides on a fair distribution of the assets and debts.

— Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 6 July 2026
What the project is missing includes additional financing, international distribution and an international sales agent.

— Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 6 July 2026

Definition of distribution

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