Synonyms for

Systems

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

Definition

Systems are sets of connected things or parts that work together to achieve a particular goal.

Synonyms & similar words

arrangement organisation scheme system systemofrules organization arrangement order structure organization framework network grid complex mechanism apparatus setup configuration plan method way process procedure systematization scheme regime

Synonyms by register

Formal

frameworks structures organizations arrangements

Informal

setups schemes arrangements

Literary

machinery apparatus

Antonyms

disorder chaos disarray anarchy randomness disorganization

Common collocations

  • computer systems
  • operating systems
  • legal systems
  • social systems
  • ecosystems
  • management systems
  • information systems
  • control systems

Word family

noun system
verb systematize
adjective systematic
adverb systematically

Usage note

The word 'systems' is often used in technical, scientific, and organizational contexts. Be mindful of the specific type of system being referred to, as the meaning can vary widely.

Example sentences

  1. Our school has a new grading system this year.
  2. The solar system consists of the sun and the planets.
  3. The circulatory system helps to distribute oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.
  4. The alarm system in our house went off last night.
  5. The transportation system in the city needs improvement.

Quotes

  • The universe is not a machine; it is an organic whole. We are all connected; we are all part of that system. - David Bohm
  • The system is perfect until you try to change it. - Anonymous
  • The system is not there to help people; it is there to control them. - Anonymous

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