configuration
gb/kənfˌɪɡjɚˈeɪʃən/ us/kənfˌɪɡjɚˈeɪʃən/
B2
English
~ 2200
Senses
0 senses
Noun
B2
entity
1
Arrangement of parts or elements
The way parts of something are put together or arranged.
Usage pattern:
the configuration of [something]
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'configuration' with 'confirmation' due to similar spelling and pronunciation.
Synonyms
arrangement (More general and used in a wider variety of contexts, not just technical.)
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layout (Often refers to physical or visual arrangement.)
Antonyms
disorder (Refers to a lack of arrangement or organization.)
Collocations
system configuration
|network configuration
|default configuration
|current configuration
|change the configuration
Themes
technology
|design
|science
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- The new software allows easy changes to the system configuration.
- The seating configuration in the hall can be adjusted for different events.
- Engineers discussed the wing configuration for the new aircraft.
- The default configuration should work for most users.
- We need to check the network configuration before installing the update.
Learner examples
- This is the default configuration of the program.
- The chairs are in a circle configuration.
- We can change the configuration of the tables.
- The network configuration is not correct.
Noun
technical
B2
entity
2
Settings that control operation
The settings that control how a computer or device works.
Usage pattern:
the configuration of [a device/system]
Synonyms
setup (Informal; often used for initial preparation of a system.)
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settings (Common in everyday tech use; generally refers to adjustable options.)
Antonyms
factory reset (Restoring to original state, removing all custom configurations.)
Collocations
software configuration
|hardware configuration
|configuration file
|configuration settings
Themes
technology
|computing
Examples
- Please review the configuration before starting the server.
- You can save your preferred configuration in a file.
- The technician changed the router's configuration to improve speed.
- Incorrect configuration caused the application to crash.
Learner examples
- I changed the configuration of my phone.
- The computer has a new configuration now.
- We saved the configuration in a file.
- The wrong configuration made the program stop.
Noun
B2
entity
3
Shape formed by arrangement
The shape made by how parts are arranged.
Usage pattern:
the configuration of [something]
Synonyms
form (More general; can refer to physical shape or type.)
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pattern (Focuses on repeated shapes or arrangements.)
Antonyms
amorphousness (Lack of definite shape or arrangement.)
Collocations
star configuration
|triangular configuration
|spatial configuration
Themes
geometry
|design
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- The dancers moved into a circular configuration.
- This building has an unusual roof configuration.
- The stars formed a distinctive configuration in the night sky.
Learner examples
- The chairs are in a square configuration.
- We saw a star configuration in the sky.
- The rocks have a strange configuration.
Grammar
Dictionary form
configuration
IPA
GB/kənfˌɪɡjɚˈeɪʃən/
US/kənfˌɪɡjɚˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
con - fig - ur - a - tion (5 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (ur)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: configuration
- Plural: configurations
Word family
Forms
configurations
noun
Core family
configure
verb B2
configurable
adjective
Related words
config
noun
reconfigure
verb
reconfiguration
noun
Negative and opposite forms
misconfigure
verb
misconfiguration
noun
Advanced or less common
configurator
noun
configurational
adjective
Expressions
change the configuration
1/t͡ʃˈeɪnd͡ʒ ðə kənfˌɪɡjɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
Alter arrangement or settings
To make changes to how parts are arranged or how settings are set.
Examples
- We need to change the configuration of the seating for tomorrow's event.
- You can change the configuration through the settings menu.
default configuration
1/dɪfˈɔlt kənfˌɪɡjɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
Standard preset system settings
The normal settings a device or program has when you first get it, before you change anything.
Examples
- After the update, the app returned to its default configuration.
- Most users never change the default configuration of their routers.
network configuration
1/nˈɛtwˌɚk kənfˌɪɡjɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
Settings and layout of network components
How computers and devices are connected and set up to work together.
Examples
- The IT team is working on improving our network configuration.
- Incorrect network configuration can cause connection problems.