form

noun
UK: /fɔːm/
US: /fɔːrm/

  1. The shape or structure of something.

    1. The clouds had a strange form today in the sky. [ ] [ ]
    2. The artist experimented with different forms to express complex emotions. [ ] [ ]

  2. A document with spaces for information to be filled in.

    1. I need a form to apply for the job online. [ ] [ ]
    2. Please complete this form and submit it to the office before Friday. [ ] [ ]

  3. A type or variety of something.

    1. Kindness is a good form of communication for people. [ ] [ ]
    2. This rare form of cancer requires immediate and aggressive treatment. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

shape create structure constitute document develop kind
form verb

  1. To create or produce something.

    1. I will form a group with friends to play music. [ ] [ ]
    2. The ice begins to form when the temperature drops below freezing. [ ] [ ]

  2. To develop into a particular shape or structure.

    1. The dough must form into a ball before baking it now. [ ] [ ]
    2. The political landscape will form into distinct factions before the election. [ ] [ ]

  3. To constitute or make up something.

    1. These pieces form a beautiful collage on the wall. [ ] [ ]
    2. Several factors form a complex interplay that influences the final decision. [ ] [ ]
form adjective

  1. Being in good condition or health.

    1. He is in good form for the competition today. [ ] [ ]
    2. She's been in great form since she started her new workout routine. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "form" in English means: The shape or structure of something., A document with spaces for information to be filled in., A type or variety of something..

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

Synonyms for "form": shape, create, structure, constitute, document, develop, kind.

Example usage of "form": "The clouds had a strange form today in the sky.". More examples on the page.