Establishment
Part of speech: noun
Definition: The act of establishing; a ratifying or ordaining; settlement; confirmation. The state of being established, founded, etc.; fixed state. That which is established; as a form of government, a permanent organization, business or force, or the place where one is permanently fixed for residence. The establishment: the ruling class or authority group in a society; especially, an entrenched authority dedicated to preserving the status quo.
Example sentence: The Republican establishment may in fact be so desirous of getting rid of the Tea Party as its base, they may be willing to lose some elections in order to get rid of their base and put up a new base.
Formation
Part of speech: noun
Definition: Something possessing structure or form.The act of assembling a group or structure.A rock or face of a mountain.A grouping of military units or smaller formations under a command, such as a brigade, division, wing, etc.An arrangement of moving troops, ships, or aircraft, such as a wedge, line abreast, or echelon. Often "in formation".The process of influencing or guiding a person to a deeper understanding of a particular vocation.
Example sentence: One of the most beautiful ways for spiritual formation to take place is to let your insecurity lead you closer to the Lord. Natural hypersensitivity can become an asset; it makes you aware of your need to be with people and it allows you to be more willing to look at their needs.