Synonyms of collate

collate

verb

as in to compile

to bring together and put in order

The research was collated from different sources into a single volume.

Related Words

• compile
• organize
• combine
• archive
• arrange
• assemble
• collect
• systematize
• group
• merge
• batch
• gather
• bunch
• stack
• pile
• ball
• connect
• heap
• cluster
• link
• unite
• join
• amass
• huddle
• accumulate
• pool
• garner
• regroup
• congregate
• scrape (up or together)
• lump
• concentrate
• regather
• re-collect
• round up
• muster
• corral
• bulk (up)
• herd
• pack
• constellate
• flock
• rally
• pick up
• band
• raise
• swarm
• press
• throng
• brigade
• hive

Dissimilar Words

• send
• separate
• dissolve
• split (up)
• sever
• dismiss
• break up
• disintegrate
• disband
• disperse
• dispel
• scatter
• dissipate

Synonym Chooser

How is the word collate distinct from other similar verbs?

The words compare and contrast are common synonyms of collate. While all three words mean "to set side by side in order to show differences and likenesses," collate implies minute and critical inspection in order to note points of agreement or divergence.

data from districts around the country will be collated

When could compare be used to replace collate?

While in some cases nearly identical to collate, compare implies an aim of showing relative values or excellences by bringing out characteristic qualities whether similar or divergent.

compared the convention facilities of the two cities

When is it sensible to use contrast instead of collate?

The words contrast and collate can be used in similar contexts, but contrast implies an emphasis on differences.

contrasted the computerized system with the old filing cards

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of collate

The resulting digital file is properly collated even if the original document is double-sided. —Larry Magid, Mercury News, 4 Dec. 2025

Munro pointed to changes made at BBC Arabic, including overhauling its Press Review item — which collates media reporting from the Middle East — and bolstering editorial leadership and accountability at the service. —Jake Kanter, Deadline, 12 Nov. 2025

The 12-issue series, which has since been collated into one book, originally came out between 1995 and 2005. —Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2025

However, an odds tracker that collates data from about two dozen bookmakers places him second behind the favorite, Sudan's Emergency Response Rooms. —Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 9 Oct. 2025