Definition: the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
Usage: geometry is the mathematical science of shape
Similar words: attribute
Definition: an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of an entity
Definition: the visual appearance of something or someone
Usage: the delicate cast of his features
Similar words: visual aspect, appearance
Definition: outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
Synonyms: configuration, conformation, contour, shape, form
Definition: any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
Usage: he could barely make out their shapes
Similar words: spatial property, spatiality
Definition: any property relating to or occupying space
Synonyms: material body, physical body, physique, human body, soma, shape, anatomy, bod, build, chassis, figure, flesh, form, frame
Definition: alternative names for the body of a human being
Usage: Leonardo studied the human body; he has a strong physique; the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak
Similar words: physical structure, body, organic structure
Definition: the entire structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
Usage: he felt as if his whole body were on fire
Synonyms: form, pattern, shape
Definition: a perceptual structure
Usage: the composition presents problems for students of musical form; a visual pattern must include not only objects but the spaces between them
Similar words: structure
Definition: the complex composition of knowledge as elements and their combinations
Usage: his lectures have no structure
Synonyms: shape, embodiment
Definition: a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept
Usage: a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life
Similar words: concrete representation, concretism
Definition: a representation of an abstract idea in concrete terms
Synonyms: Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe, SHAPE
Definition: the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe
Similar words: high command, supreme headquarters
Definition: the highest leaders in an organization (e.g. the commander-in-chief and senior officers of the military)
Definition: the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape')
Similar words: good health, healthiness
Definition: the state of being vigorous and free from bodily or mental disease
Definition: give shape or form to
Usage: shape the dough; form the young child's character
Similar words: alter, change, modify
Definition: cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
Usage: The advent of the automobile may have altered the growth pattern of the city; The discussion has changed my thinking about the issue
Synonyms: influence, determine, regulate, mold, shape
Definition: shape or influence; give direction to
Usage: experience often determines ability; mold public opinion
Similar words: cause, do, make
Definition: give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally
Usage: cause a commotion; make a stir; cause an accident
Synonyms: forge, form, mold, mould, shape, work
Definition: make something, usually for a specific function
Usage: She molded the rice balls carefully; Form cylinders from the dough; shape a figure; Work the metal into a sword
Similar words: create from raw material, create from raw stuff
Definition: make from scratch