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

Pair your phone to the device, and the app can collate results from multiple tests to build a more robust distribution curve. —Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 13 Aug. 2025

Beyond the sweaty feeling of having your bank accounts reviewed, the process of assembling all that paperwork is tedious — there are account numbers to redact, potentially hundreds of pages of financial information to collate, reference letters to collect, and many, many forms to fill out. —Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 11 Aug. 2025

Retailers have collated and reported on data for years, but too few actually take any action with it. —Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 7 July 2025

The cherry blossom quotes were collated by travel blogger Nina Ahmedow, who writes at Lemony and Luggage. —Patricia Gallagher Newberry, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025