Synonyms for

Classify

Verb / ˈklæsʌˌfaɪ / Another word for classify — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To arrange or group things or information according to their similarities.

Synonyms & similar words

class sortout relegate separate sort declassify assort categorize sort arrange organize systematize catalogue tabulate file index group arrange grade rank place label tag brand identify distinguish separate

Synonyms by register

Formal

categorize sort arrange group

Informal

sort out lump together put in order

Literary

apportion assign

Antonyms

disorganize disorder confuse mix scatter jumble

Common collocations

  • classify data
  • classify information
  • classify species
  • classify documents
  • classify into groups
  • classify by type
  • classify as

Word family

noun classification
verb classify
adjective classifiable

Usage note

The verb 'classify' implies a systematic arrangement into categories based on shared characteristics. It is often used in academic or technical contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The librarian will classify the books by genre.
  2. Can you help me classify these animals by their habitat?
  3. We need to classify the plants by their height and color.
  4. The teacher will classify the students by their reading level.
  5. The scientist will classify the rocks by their composition.

Quotes

  • The way to develop self-confidence is to do the thing you fear and get a record of successful experiences behind you. - William Jennings Bryan
  • We classify ourselves into groups which give meaning and order to our experiences. - Agnes Martin
  • The human mind is capable of excitement without the application of gross and violent stimulants; and he must have a very faint perception of its beauty and dignity who does not know this. - William Wordsworth

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