ORGANIZED Synonyms: 106 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈȯr-gə-ˌnīzd

Definition of organized

as in systematic

following a set method, arrangement, or pattern our department is more organized and, therefore, more efficient in handling the tasks assigned to it

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organized

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verb

past tense of organize

as in arranged

to put into a particular arrangement carefully organized the hotel's silverware by pattern

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as in planned

to work out the details of (something) in advance started organizing the anniversary party months in advance

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Adjective

Quinn altered his approach to organized team activities and training camp, and drilled situational football incessantly in an effort to emphasize the details. — Tashan Reed, Washington Post, 2 Nov. 2026 Strong southwesterly winds aloft are producing effective wind shear of 45–50 knots, sufficient to support organized thunderstorms. — CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026

Verb

It is being organized with Mira Anta, an audiovisual investment fund promoted by Womack’s Mira Entertainment Capital and managed by Anta Asset Management. — Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 6 Nov. 2026 The event called for noon Sunday is being organized, according to local station WPVI-TV, by several groups, including Philly Bike On Your Left. — Michelle Boorstein, Washington Post, 6 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for organized

Recent Examples of Synonyms for organized

Adjective

United Nations commissions have formally concluded that Russian military actions amount to war crimes and crimes against humanity — murder, forced displacement and systematic persecution.

— Tom Jurkowsky, Baltimore Sun, 2 Nov. 2026
The Central Elections Committee officially dismissed claims of widespread fraud as baseless and said there is no evidentiary basis for alleging a systematic compromise of the vote.

— Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of systematic

Verb

Acting on flimsy pretenses, Bianco arranged in February for the seizure of hundreds of thousands of Proposition 50 ballots, questioning the integrity of the election months after the fact.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026
It's arranged into an L-shape around a terrace, creating a home designed to embrace indoor/outdoor living.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of arranged

Verb

The firm said any impact would likely become more apparent from 2028, as most projects planned for 2027 are already committed.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2026
While popes always travel with ample medical care, the Vatican said no special or additional provisions are planned for Leo, including when the 71-year-old travels to Cusco, Peru, at an altitude of 3,400 meters (11,200 feet).

— ABC News, ABC News, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of planned

Adjective

Raad’s subject—war—is likewise highly systematized, yet requires mental gymnastics to justify itself.

— Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 24 May 2026
Starboard’s 2026 strategy leans into partnership, culture and experiential momentum, while Harding+ is building a more systematized retail model around emotion, data, and innovation.

— Kevin Rozario, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026

Definition of systematized

Verb

Okechukwu, who is classified as a sophomore, had six points, 10 rebounds and three blocks in 21 minutes as Tech won easily 64-37 over Charlotte.

— Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026
During the sentencing, Kavedza said that 183 victims died of starvation, defined as a complete lack of food, and the deaths of the other eight were classified as murder by direct homicide.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of classified

Verb

Its 180 rooms and suites have been designed in neutral colors and delicate fabrics, leaving the focus on the expansive white, sandy beaches just outside the window.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026
Ammann designed the paver for projects such as urban roadworks and cycle paths, where construction often takes place close to homes and businesses.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of designed

Verb

He was sentenced to four years’ probation and initially ordered to stay away from his ex-wife and two children for six years, which was later reduced to two years, the San Francisco Chronicle reported.

— Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026
The Arkansas Supreme Court reopened the murder case and ordered fresh testing of the DNA found at the crime scene in 2024.

— Zac Ntim, Deadline, 8 Nov. 2026

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