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

This is the first season for the state’s new Open Division, which brings together teams regardless of classification, with the top eight teams advancing to the postseason. — Gary Curreri, Sun Sentinel, 11 Sep. 2026

With former classification offensive player of the year Harrison Faulkner now at Georgia Southern, North Oconee is learning more on the run game. — Todd Holcomb, AJC.com, 10 Sep. 2026

The Blazers consistently schedule difficult nonconference opponents, often from higher classifications, to prepare for their 5A-East Conference slate. — Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026

Brennan now trails Van Aert by only 56 points, but the expectation is that the Belgian will secure the points classification by hoovering up the intermediate sprints over the coming days. — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026