Synonyms of category

category

noun

ˈka-tə-ˌgȯr-ē 

as in type

one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic

divide the essays into categories based on difficulty of comprehension

Synonyms & Similar Words

• type
• kind
• classification
• group
• tier
• section
• sort
• class
• bracket
• genus
• species
• variety
• rubric
• division
• family
• generation
• grade
• league
• set
• rank(s)
• order
• breed
• description
• subgroup
• specialty
• subspecies
• manner
• subdivision
• subclass
• race
• speciality
• nature
• title
• label
• kidney
• branch
• heading
• feather
• like
• ilk

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of category

This year, the BEA incorporated different source data for three categories – portfolio management and investment advice services, legal services, and computer software and accessories – to more accurately reflect pricing shifts. — Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2026

The category getting the loudest attention right now is portable and sensory, focused on objects that add mood rather than square footage. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 30 Sep. 2026

Chocolate-brown suede is trending across categories, even extending to handbags, according to Yahoo Shopping’s roundup. — Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 30 Sep. 2026

Nike’s running business has been a bright spot for the Swoosh during recent quarters, and the company is doubling down on the category with a slate of new shoes. — Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026