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Conformation vs Reformation - What's the difference?

conformation | reformation |

As a noun conformation

is the act of conforming; the act of producing conformity.

As a proper noun reformation is

the reformation.

conformation

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • The act of conforming; the act of producing conformity.
  • The state of being conformed; agreement; hence; structure, as depending on the arrangement of parts; form; arrangement.
  • (chemistry) The spatial arrangement of the atoms in a molecule as a result of rotation about a single bond

    • Related terms

    * conform * conformity

    reformation

    English

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • An improvement (or an intended improvement) in the existing form or condition of institutions or practices etc.; intended to make a striking change for the better in social or political or religious affairs.

    • External links

    * (Protestant Reformation)