C1nounformalpolitics
US/əˈlaɪn.mənt/
UK/əˈlaɪn.mənt/
agreement or support between groups or countries; or the arrangement of things in a straight line
In context
The country's political alignment shifted closer to its neighbors after the war.
The new law is in alignment with international standards on child labor.
The mechanic checked the wheel alignment before the long trip.
Words that go with alignment
noun + preposition
- in alignment withThe plan is in alignment with the city's climate goals.
- out of alignmentPrices and wages have moved out of alignment.
adjective + noun
- political alignmentVoters' political alignment is shaped by age as well as income.
- close alignmentThere is close alignment between the two parties on trade.
- strategic alignmentBoth firms see strategic alignment as the key to the merger.