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

But the founder of Citadel, who move the investment fund company to Miami in 2022, is facing organized neighborhood opposition about the noise and disruption caused by helicopter flights. — Luisa Yanez, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2026 While cleaning every day is the last thing anyone wants to do, there are a few simple practices minimalists do every night before bed to maintain an organized home. — Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 24 Sep. 2026

Verb

In the weeks since Bridgeport learned of this proposal, neighbors have organized to demand accountability, and our ward, state and federal representatives have supported us. — Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026 The tradeoff is that users participate in an all-ages environment rather than a community organized specifically around older adults. — Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for organized

Recent Examples of Synonyms for organized

Adjective

One desirable characteristic in an atomic clock is a low systematic uncertainty.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 Sep. 2026
In a recent effort commissioned by the World Health Organization (WHO), 12 systematic reviews assessed the effects of exposure to frequencies of zero to 300 gigahertz—a range that includes the typical level of exposure from a cell phone.

— Stephanie Pappas, Scientific American, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of systematic

Verb

Look out for crystals, beading, and embroidery arranged with enough precision to feel considered rather than excessive.

— Corinne Pierre-Louis, Vogue, 27 Sep. 2026
With its octagonal clusters of flats arranged around a central water tower that looks like a fist raised against the sky, the neighborhood doesn’t have much spirit of community.

— Jessica Kiang, Variety, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of arranged

Verb

This full-circle debut is a bit of a Bali redo for Regent, and a very intentionally planned one at that, having been in the works since 2009, when the owner (who also owns two Holiday Inn Resorts on the island) purchased the land.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
The later event was planned to take place at a Lenexa barbecue restaurant but appears to have been moved to a new location.

— Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 1 Oct. 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

Journalists are protected under international law CPJ said obituaries for Hamas and other militants released after the October 2025 ceasefire deal identified fighters who the rights group had previously classified as journalists.

— Joseph Krauss, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026
Seventeen state positions classified as government operations consultants and 11 more as management consultants followed, most from the same field offices.

— Sharmila Venkatasubban, Sun Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of classified

Verb

Rooms feel contemporary yet timeless and are designed for efficiency without compromising on comfort.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026
Experts also have said the ads, which are airing on network and cable TV and streaming, differ from other administrations' PSAs because they aren't designed to help Americans access any specific program.

— LISA MASCARO, Arkansas Online, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of designed

Verb

But the Planning Commission, whose five members are appointed by San Bernardino County supervisors, ordered the geologist to revise his findings and granted the vested rights to the quarry.

— Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026
Sanderson was ordered held without bail after pleading not guilty in Queens Criminal Court Thursday, records show.

— Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 26 Sep. 2026

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