Synonyms of classifications

classifications

noun

plural of classification

as in categories

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

• categories
• types
• kinds
• groups
• tiers
• ranks
• classes
• species
• varieties
• genera
• sorts
• families
• brackets
• sections
• divisions
• grades
• leagues
• generations
• sets
• rubrics
• breeds
• descriptions
• orders
• subgroups
• subdivisions
• subclasses
• manners
• specialties
• races
• kidneys
• feathers
• branches
• labels
• headings
• specialities
• likes
• natures
• titles
• ilks
• subspecieses

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of classifications

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

In California, e-bikes and e-motorcycles are divided into different classifications, which limits who can ride them and how. — Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

Ongoing litigation could affect how these classifications are applied. — Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

But shows could petition to switch fields, and so many did that the confusion led the org to raise the white flag and get rid of those classifications by 2022. — Michael Schneider, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026

Temporary federal detention facilities can house people with vastly different criminal histories and security classifications. — Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

The union and the company will work to facilitate the employees' return over the next 30 days and warned that the process may come with some challenges, including different job classifications returning on different schedules. — Christa Swanson, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026

With the new format, there will be 232 teams vying for the various championships in the Open 8, six classifications and the two new Independent Divisions. — Chris Hays, Sun Sentinel, 17 Aug. 2026

North Gwinnett and Roswell moved up two positions in their classifications, Brookwood entered the rankings and Grayson fell out following their performances in the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium last week. — Todd Holcomb, AJC.com, 16 Aug. 2026