systematize

verb

ˈsi-stə-mə-ˌtīz How to pronounce systematize (audio)
Definition of systematizenext
as in to organize
to put into a particular arrangement Carl Linnaeus was the first to systematize the plant and animal kingdoms by creating a uniform system for naming genera and species of organisms

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How does the verb systematize contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of systematize are arrange, marshal, methodize, order, and organize. While all these words mean "to put persons or things into their proper places in relation to each other," systematize implies arranging according to a predetermined scheme.

systematized billing procedures

When is it sensible to use arrange instead of systematize?

The words arrange and systematize are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, arrange implies a setting in sequence, relationship, or adjustment.

arranged the files numerically

In what contexts can marshal take the place of systematize?

In some situations, the words marshal and systematize are roughly equivalent. However, marshal suggests gathering and arranging in preparation for a particular operation or effective use.

marshaling the facts for argument

Where would methodize be a reasonable alternative to systematize?

While in some cases nearly identical to systematize, methodize suggests imposing an orderly procedure rather than a fixed scheme.

methodizes every aspect of daily living

When can order be used instead of systematize?

While the synonyms order and systematize are close in meaning, order suggests a straightening out so as to eliminate confusion.

ordered her business affairs

When is organize a more appropriate choice than systematize?

The synonyms organize and systematize are sometimes interchangeable, but organize implies arranging so that the whole aggregate works as a unit with each element having a proper function.

organized the volunteers into teams

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Recent Examples of systematize In a bid to systematize the valuation of buildings, assessors were known to count the size and number of windows in a structure. —Joseph Thorndike, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024 In 1949, the company rolled out a new venture to systematize the disparate European operations, creating units in different countries that were wholly owned by a new entity known as the Word Trade Corporation. —Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 21 Nov. 2024 Therefore, scientists have evaluated the use of remote sensing tools and have systematized information from previous findings. —Geraldine Castro, WIRED, 1 Nov. 2024 To achieve this, companies should interview key experts and company employees to collect and systematize their knowledge and experience. —Vitaliy Tymoshenko, Forbes, 25 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for systematize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for systematize
  1. organize
  2. classify
  3. arrange
  4. order
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  • Keter Solana 70-Gallon Storage Bench Deck Box Made from weather-resistant resin with a 70-gallon capacity, this storage bench will organize outdoor clutter while also serving as a two- or three-person seat.
    — Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 16 Mar. 2025
  • People search sites, also known as people finder sites, are a kind of data broker that specializes in collecting, organizing and selling access to personal information.
    — Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of organize
Verb
  • The curriculum guides middle school students and teachers through building and evaluating computer vision models that can reliably classify fossil shark teeth.
    — Christine Wusylko, The Conversation, 9 Apr. 2025
  • The International Union for Conservation of Nature classifies the Western Santa Cruz tortoises as critically endangered, estimating approximately 3,400 tortoises remained as of 2010.
    — Ayana Archie, NPR, 9 Apr. 2025
Definition of classify
Verb
  • But the human author was a sort of conductor: prompting, arranging, intervening.
    — Anna Wiener, New Yorker, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Oz: On [Richard’s] birthday, Laura arranged for maybe a dozen Civil War reenactors to come galloping onto the set.
    — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 9 Apr. 2025
Definition of arrange
Verb
  • The Duke and Duchess of Windsor ordered pieces that were full of personality and wit.
    — Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The shift comes after reports that the cuts were ordered by Jeremy Lewin, a close ally of Elon Musk, who now oversees USAID under Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.
    — Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of order

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