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alignment
/əˈlaɪnmənt/
arrangement in a straight line or proper order
The team ensured perfect alignment of the project goals with company values.
This means they made sure the goals matched and supported the company's principles.
general
the arrangement of things in a straight line or proper order
The engineer checked the alignment of the machine parts.
He verified that all components were correctly positioned.
Often used in technical contexts like engineering, design, or organizational planning.
general
agreement or harmony between people or ideas
There was a strong alignment between the team's vision and the CEO's strategy.
Their goals and the CEO's plans were closely connected.
Common in business, leadership, and psychology discussions.
Collocations
alignment withagreement or correspondence withmisalignmentlack of proper arrangement or agreement
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Technical vs. Abstract Use
Note that 'alignment' can refer to physical positioning (e.g., machinery) or conceptual agreement (e.g., goals).
Gold Rule
Context Matters
Always consider the context to determine whether 'alignment' refers to physical or abstract arrangement.
Word Origin
From Middle French 'alignement,' from 'aligner' (to align), from Old French 'a-' (to) + 'ligne' (line).
Usage Notes
In technical contexts, it refers to physical positioning; in abstract contexts, it refers to conceptual agreement.
Word Breakdown
align
to arrange in a straight line or bring into agreement
root-ment
the result or process of
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