Definition

To create or arrange things into a group or cluster.

Example

The artist decided to constellate the stars in the painting to create a beautiful night sky.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how they constellate the stars in that show last night?

Yeah, it was amazing to see how they grouped them together!

I love how they can constellate different stories using the same stars.

Exactly! It makes the whole experience so much richer.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Constellate → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "stella" (meaning star). The word describes the act of grouping or arranging stars together, as in forming a constellation.

Memory Tip

Think of stars being grouped 'together' ('con-') to form a 'star' ('stella') pattern in the sky.

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