Synonyms for

Filed

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

Definition

The past tense of the verb 'file', which means to arrange documents or information in an orderly way.

Synonyms & similar words

charge fileaway file lodge register arranged sorted cataloged indexed organized systematized arranged classified arranged arranged arranged arranged arranged arranged arranged arranged arranged arranged arranged arranged

Synonyms by register

Formal

submitted lodged registered recorded

Informal

put away stored tucked away stashed

Literary

enshrined cataloged

Antonyms

unfiled unorganized disordered scattered unsorted chaotic

Common collocations

  • filed a report
  • filed for divorce
  • filed a complaint
  • filed a patent
  • filed away
  • filed under
  • filed a lawsuit
  • filed taxes

Word family

noun file
verb file
adjective filed

Usage note

The verb 'filed' can refer to submitting documents to an official body or organizing papers. Ensure context clarifies which meaning is intended.

Example sentences

  1. I filed my taxes yesterday.
  2. She filed her nails before the party.
  3. He filed a complaint with the manager.
  4. The secretary filed the documents in alphabetical order.
  5. I need to file my receipts for reimbursement.

Quotes

  • "I have never filed a tax return. I was unaware that you had to." - Wesley Snipes
  • "I'm always filing away memories for a play or a story." - Simon McBurney
  • "I'm filing a complaint with the FCC." - Bart Simpson

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