align

verb
UK: /əˈlaɪn/
US: /əˈlaɪn/

  1. To arrange things so they form a line or are in the correct position.

    1. Please align the books on the shelf neatly align. [ ] [ ]
    2. The road needs to align with the new bridge's construction for access. [ ] [ ]

  2. To agree with or support a particular idea, group, or person.

    1. I align myself with their goals and mission statement. [ ] [ ]
    2. Our company's values align closely with sustainable development principles. [ ] [ ]

  3. To adjust something so that it is in the correct relationship to something else.

    1. You should align the ruler to the edge of the paper. [ ] [ ]
    2. The telescope must align precisely to view distant celestial objects properly. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

coordinate harmonize adjust regulate agree conform
align transitive-verb

  1. To bring into a line or alignment.

    1. They align the tiles during the installation process. [ ] [ ]
    2. The programmer has to align code blocks properly for readability and execution. [ ] [ ]
align intransitive-verb

  1. To fall into line; to be in or come into precise adjustment.

    1. The wheels align properly after the mechanic fixed them. [ ] [ ]
    2. The stars must align for such a fortunate opportunity to arise once more. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "align" in English means: To arrange things so they form a line or are in the correct position., To agree with or support a particular idea, group, or person., To adjust something so that it is in the correct relationship to something else..

The phonetic transcription of "align" is /əˈlaɪn/ in British English and /əˈlaɪn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "align": coordinate, harmonize, adjust, regulate, agree, conform.

Example usage of "align": "Please align the books on the shelf neatly align.". More examples on the page.