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How does the verb systematize contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of systematize are arrange, marshal, methodize, order, and organize. While all these words mean "to put persons or things into their proper places in relation to each other," systematize implies arranging according to a predetermined scheme.

systematized billing procedures

When is it sensible to use arrange instead of systematize?

The words arrange and systematize are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, arrange implies a setting in sequence, relationship, or adjustment.

arranged the files numerically

In what contexts can marshal take the place of systematize?

In some situations, the words marshal and systematize are roughly equivalent. However, marshal suggests gathering and arranging in preparation for a particular operation or effective use.

marshaling the facts for argument

Where would methodize be a reasonable alternative to systematize?

While in some cases nearly identical to systematize, methodize suggests imposing an orderly procedure rather than a fixed scheme.

methodizes every aspect of daily living

When can order be used instead of systematize?

While the synonyms order and systematize are close in meaning, order suggests a straightening out so as to eliminate confusion.

ordered her business affairs

When is organize a more appropriate choice than systematize?

The synonyms organize and systematize are sometimes interchangeable, but organize implies arranging so that the whole aggregate works as a unit with each element having a proper function.

organized the volunteers into teams

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of systematize But Greer is attempting to systematize a policy environment that is being by driven by fiat and decree, the whims of the man at the top. Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 6 Apr. 2025 So, the organization systematized the collection of data about drivers of employee motivation. Harvard Business Review, 18 Mar. 2025 The program systematized and scaled reciprocal play and offered members consistent privileges across a growing portfolio which set the template for the programs that followed suit. Mike Dojc, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025 The government will need to systematize civil documentation; establish transparent legal mechanisms to resolve disputes over land and property; and provide protection and support for vulnerable groups, including minorities, women and children, and the disabled. Jesse Marks, Foreign Affairs, 11 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for systematize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for systematize
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  • This one-day summer party honoring sandwiches is organized by sandwich guru Parisi, along with Will McDowell and Bekah Galang – all with expertise in restaurant and food community organizing.
    Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 30 Aug. 2025
  • If an event is organized to happen at night, the main portion of the library can be closed off while the space remains open.
    Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • The star, classified as IRAS 04302+2247, or IRAS 04302, is a protostar, with its disk measuring at around 40 billion miles (65 billion km) wide.
    Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 4 Sep. 2025
  • It was classified as a heritage site in 1995 and then as a national monument in 1997.
    Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The Latest section, on the other hand, arranges posts and reels in chronological order, with the most recent ones appearing first.
    Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Around the country, arranging for housing is a relatively new and growing challenge for such PACE groups, which are funded through Medicaid and Medicare.
    Felice J. Freyer, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
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  • Business managers must make decisions ranging from simple tasks, such as ordering office supplies, to more complex matters like company layoffs.
    Mark LaSota, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
  • Hartig lowered the bond for Goins from $111,000 cash or surety to a $20,000 personal bond about a week before the commission ordered that May 2024 psychological evaluation.
    Darcie Moran, Freep.com, 30 Aug. 2025

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“Systematize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/systematize. Accessed 7 Sep. 2025.

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