Synonyms for

Files

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

Definition

Files refer to a collection of documents, papers, or other materials that are stored together for easy reference and retrieval.

Synonyms & similar words

indianfile charge datafile file register fileaway singlefile lodge filecabinet filingcabinet documents records papers archives dossiers folders portfolios cases cabinets repositories registers logs catalogs inventories indexes directories lists rosters schedules timetables

Synonyms by register

Formal

documents records archives papers

Informal

stuff things papers docs

Literary

scrolls parchments chronicles

Antonyms

unorganized disorderly chaotic messy jumbled

Common collocations

  • open files
  • save files
  • delete files
  • file cabinet
  • file system
  • file extension
  • file manager
  • file sharing

Word family

noun file
verb file

Usage note

The word 'files' can refer to physical documents or digital data. In computing, it's often used as a plural noun or a verb.

Example sentences

  1. I have to look for that document in my files.
  2. I keep all my important papers in a file.
  3. The company keeps records of all its transactions in files.
  4. I need to update my file on that project.
  5. I will send you the file with all the information you need.

Quotes

  • The history of the world is the record of a man in quest of his daily bread and butter. The file of his wants has never been closed.
  • The best way to organize your files is to throw everything away except for what you really need.
  • A good way to start organizing your files is to throw everything in a big pile and then start sorting through it.

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