Synonyms of classification

classification

noun

ˌkla-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən 

as in category

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

dinosaur remains that do not fit any existing classification

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of classification

Beyond the engine, the project’s scope included developing the fuel supply system and hull design to obtain Approval in Principle from the classification society ClassNK. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2026

Star freshman wide receiver Trent Mosley began the week listed as questionable on the availability report, a step up from his doubtful classification last Wednesday. — Sean Campbell, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

In dimension four, that’s a harder question, but there is a lot of interest, not necessarily in a classification. — Quanta Magazine, 1 Oct. 2026

Points allowed Cartersville and Holy Innocents’, mentioned in Wednesday’s list for leading their classifications in most points scored per game, are also leading their classes in fewest points allowed. — Todd Holcomb, AJC.com, 30 Sep. 2026