Format
Format noun - The way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged.
Usage example: this abstract painter bases the format of his works on color and its subtle gradations and not line or form
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Synonyms for Format
Form is a synonym for format in arrangement topic. In some cases you can use "Form" instead a noun "Format", when it comes to topics like layout.
Form
Form noun - The outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance.
Usage example: the wood-carver carved the block of wood into the form of a duck
Format is a synonym for form in structure topic. You can use "Format" instead a noun "Form", if it concerns topics such as organization, design.
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| old | old format | old form |
| physical | physical format | physical form |
| full | full format | full form |
| similar | similar format | similar form |
| Other adjectives: normal, usual, common, specific, short, complete, regular, current, standard, original, popular, animated, new, unique, advanced, classic, basic, different, comic, previous. | ||
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