conformation

• Substantiv, das die symmetrische Anordnung der Teile eines Objekts, seine durch die Umrisse bestimmten räumlichen Eigenschaften oder die Handlung bezeichnet, etwas mit anerkannten Standards in Übereinstimmung zu bringen.

A noun referring to the symmetrical arrangement of parts of an object, its spatial attributes as defined by outline, or the act of conforming to accepted standards.

1. Symmetrical arrangementC1formal

   A balanced and orderly arrangement of the parts of an object or structure.

   Symmetrische Anordnung

   • The conformation of the building's facade was carefully planned.
   • The artist studied the conformation of the human body.
   • The conformation of the molecule determines its properties.

   Synonymebalanceharmonyproportionsymmetry

   Antonymeasymmetrydeformitydisarraydisorganizationdistortionirregularity

2. Spatial attributes or outlineC1formal

   The shape or structure of something, especially as defined by its outline or boundaries.

   Umriss

   • The conformation of the coastline is visible from the airplane.
   • The geologist mapped the conformation of the rock layers.
   • The conformation of the landscape was altered by the earthquake.

   Synonymearrangementconfigurationcontourfigureformframeworkgeometryoutlineshapestructure

3. Conformity to standardsC1formal

   The act of behaving or acting according to accepted rules, standards, or customs.

   Übereinstimmung mit Standards

   • The company ensures conformation to safety regulations.
   • His conformation to social norms made him well-liked.
   • The product's conformation to industry standards was verified.

   Synonymeaccordanceadherencecomplianceconformityobedienceobservance

   Antonymedeviationdissidencenonconformancenonconformity