Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Arranged in a straight line or correct relative position: Describes objects or points that are positioned along a common line or in proper coordination with each other.
   • In agreement or alliance; brought into cooperation with a group, cause, or set of principles: Describes people, groups, or interests that are in accord or working together toward a common goal.

Examples of Usage

• Adjective (Physical Arrangement):
  • The books on the shelf were perfectly aligned.
  • Ensure the text is left-aligned in the document.
• Adjective (Agreement/Alliance):
  • Our goals are aligned with the company's mission.
  • The two nations became politically aligned.

Advanced Usage

• "to be aligned with": to be in agreement or in a position of cooperation with someone or something.
  • Her personal values are aligned with the organization's ethics.
• "closely aligned": very much in agreement or in a very similar position.
  • The interests of the two departments are closely aligned.

Variants and Related Words

• Align (verb): To place or arrange things in a straight line or correct position; to bring into agreement or cooperation.
  • Please align the images on the page.
  • He sought to align himself with the new leadership.
• Alignment (noun): The state of being arranged in a line or brought into agreement.
  • The mechanic checked the wheel alignment.
  • There is a new political alignment in the region.

Synonyms

• Lined up: Arranged in a line.
• In line: Positioned correctly along a line.
• Allied: Joined by agreement or common cause.
• In agreement: Having the same opinion or purpose.

Antonyms

• Misaligned: Not in correct alignment or position.
• Unaligned: Not placed in a line; not allied with any side.
• Opposed: In conflict or disagreement.

Adjective

1. in a straight line
   • pearly teeth evenly aligned
2. brought into agreement or cooperation on the side of a faction, party, or cause