alignment

noun
UK: /əˈlaɪn.mənt/
US: /əˈlaɪn.mənt/

  1. The act of adjusting parts or things so that they form a line or are in the correct relationship to each other.

    1. Check the wheel alignment of your car regularly. [ ] [ ]
    2. The mechanic checked the alignment to ensure proper handling and prevent uneven tire wear. [ ] [ ]

  2. Support for a political group, country, or idea.

    1. The country shifted its alignment to the West. [ ] [ ]
    2. The senator's alignment with the environmental cause has strengthened her public image. [ ] [ ]

  3. The position of something, especially in relation to something else.

    1. The stars' alignment created a spectacular sight. [ ] [ ]
    2. Careful planning ensured perfect alignment of the shelves in the new bookstore display. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

orientation configuration arrangement association alliance
alignment verb

  1. To bring into a line or proper relationship.

    1. Align the books on the shelf. [ ] [ ]
    2. We need to align our goals with the company's strategic objectives for the next quarter. [ ] [ ]

  2. To publicly support an organization or a set of ideas.

    1. She aligned herself with the movement. [ ] [ ]
    2. The celebrity chose to align with the charity to raise awareness for their cause. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "alignment" in English means: The act of adjusting parts or things so that they form a line or are in the correct relationship to each other., Support for a political group, country, or idea., The position of something, especially in relation to something else..

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

Synonyms for "alignment": orientation, configuration, arrangement, association, alliance.

Example usage of "alignment": "Check the wheel alignment of your car regularly.". More examples on the page.