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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

Examples Sentences

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Recent Examples of systematize The now-classic book brought veganism and animal advocacy to a new generation of activists at a time when animal slaughter had been systematized and mechanized in ways the Victorian-era vegetarians could have never imagined. Crystal Heath, Vox, 9 Aug. 2024 Chance—then thought to reflect the whim of God—could, in fact, be studied and systematized. Kelly Clancy, Scientific American, 16 July 2024 Complex processes involving natural language, such as live interactions with human customers, have been effectively systematized by LLMs. Prarthana Prakash, Fortune, 5 July 2024 But eventually, the adoption of cages was systematized. Mick Ryan, Foreign Affairs, 5 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for systematize 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for systematize
Verb
  • Amazon shoppers love these for keeping their footwear protected and organized.
    Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 2 Jan. 2025
  • Lahouaiej-Bouhlel was killed by police, but in 2022 a French court convicted eight others of helping to organize the carnage.
    Danielle Wallace, Fox News, 1 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Not a nor'easter Monday's snowstorm will not be classified as a classic nor'easter, Taylor said, which are some of the most infamous winter storms for East Coasters.
    Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025
  • And our findings have broader implications for how species are classified and protected under conservation laws.
    Andre A. Naranjo, The Conversation, 6 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Drawing from the 570 works by Beuys purchased as a single acquisition in 2006, the curators have arranged a thoughtful and comprehensive introduction to the artist’s activism and oeuvre told largely through his work in multiples.
    Red Cameron, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2025
  • The left-back was relegated to the ‘bomb squad’, a group of players who were told to train away from the first team in the hope a transfer would be arranged.
    The Athletic UK Staff, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Brazilian media reported Saturday that the investigation was ordered by an on-call federal judge in Brazil’s Federal District.
    Sam Mednick and Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Kerley appeared in Miami-Dade bond court, where a judge ordered him released on his own recognizance, according to local reports.
    Zach Powell, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025

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“Systematize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/systematize. Accessed 11 Jan. 2025.

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