alignment
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for alignment, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The arrangement of things in a straight line, or the state of being correctly positioned relative to each other.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
alinement
Antonyms
How to use alignment
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wheel alignment
text alignment
strategic alignment
Etymology
From French alignement, from aligner ("to align").
Full origin of alignment →Frequently asked questions
What does “alignment” mean?
The word “alignment” means the arrangement of things in a straight line, or the state of being correctly positioned relative to each other. In plain terms, being lined up correctly, or being in agreement with other people, values, or goals.
How do you pronounce “alignment”?
“Alignment” is pronounced uh-LYN-muhnt (/əˈlaɪn.mənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “alignment” in a sentence?
Here is “alignment” used in a sentence: “The mechanic checked the wheel alignment after the tyre change.”
What part of speech is “alignment”?
“Alignment” is a noun.
Where does the word “alignment” come from?
The word “alignment” comes from French. From French alignement, from aligner ("to align").
Is “alignment” a common word?
“Alignment” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “alignment” have?
“Alignment” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the arrangement of things in a straight line, or the state of being correctly positioned relative to each other.
What is the difference between "alignment" and "aligned"?
"Alignment" is the noun describing the arrangement or state itself, while "aligned" is the adjective form describing something that has been brought into that state. You would say "the wheels are out of alignment" but "the wheels are aligned."
What does "alignment" mean outside of physical arrangement?
Beyond describing a straight-line arrangement, "alignment" also describes agreement or cooperation between people, groups, or goals, such as "alignment between departments on strategy."
What is a common phrase using "alignment"?
A common example is "wheel alignment" or "car alignment," referring to the correct positioning of a vehicle's wheels relative to each other. Another is "team alignment," describing agreement on shared goals.
