Synonyms for

Orderly

Verb / ˈɔ:rdɜ:li: / Another word for orderly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

arranged or organized in a neat or tidy way

Synonyms & similar words

hospitalattendant disorderly neat neat tidy organized systematic methodical meticulous precise arranged coordinated systematized well-organized well-regulated well-ordered well-kept shipshape spruce trim spick-and-span spotless immaculate

Synonyms by register

Formal

systematic methodical organized structured

Informal

neat tidy shipshape straight

Literary

harmonious serried disciplined

Antonyms

disorderly chaotic messy unruly haphazard confused disorganized

Common collocations

  • orderly manner
  • orderly fashion
  • orderly queue
  • orderly conduct
  • orderly room
  • orderly retreat
  • orderly progression

Word family

noun orderliness
adjective orderly
adverb orderly

Usage note

Often used to describe behavior, arrangement, or a process that is neat, systematic, and well-controlled. Can also refer to a hospital attendant.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher asked the students to line up in an orderly fashion.
  2. The files on the desk were organized in an orderly way.
  3. The soldiers marched in an orderly manner.
  4. The chef kept the kitchen in an orderly condition.
  5. The books on the shelf were arranged in an orderly fashion.

Quotes

  • Order and simplification are the first steps toward the mastery of a subject. - Thomas Mann
  • An orderly desk is the sign of an orderly mind. - Marylin vos Savant
  • The whole universe is in a constant flux... What it is doing is, in fact, staying put. That's what an orderly universe does, it goes on just the same. - Terry Pratchett

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