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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 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 Only later did the regime take notice and seek to systematize the phenomenon from above. Dmitry Adamsky, Foreign Affairs, 12 Aug. 2019 The comprehensive fix recently introduced in the House and Senate would clarify key terms, require Congress to affirmatively approve American involvement in armed conflicts abroad, and systematize funding cutoffs consistent with Congress’s power of the purse. Dan Caldwell, National Review, 24 Oct. 2021 See all Example Sentences for systematize 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for systematize
Verb
  • South Korean women organized it to protest a rise in anti-feminist movements following the election of conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol.
    Kaycee Sloan, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
  • The event, which was organized by a popular YouTuber who had recently received some attention for eating a tub of cheeseballs in a public park, captured lightning in a bottle.
    Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 21 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • The Trust is classified as a 'grantor trust' for United States federal income tax purposes, meaning the Trust itself is not subject to federal income tax.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
  • Due to this, certain states can be classified as battleground states or swing states, meaning that they can be won by either presidential candidate.
    Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 6 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Your task is to arrange them into four groups of four by figuring out the links between them.
    Kris Holt, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
  • On these two albums, the highest priority is arranging the songs to best showcase the essence and flavor of their melodies.
    Billboard Japan, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • More evacuations have been ordered on the second day of the Mountain Fire, which has burned more than 20,000 acres in Ventura County.
    Bay Area News Group, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
  • On Tuesday, Vice President Nguema Obiang Mangue ordered new measures to prevent judiciary and ministry officials from engaging in illicit acts at work, a government statement said.
    Reuters, NBC News, 6 Nov. 2024

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“Systematize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/systematize. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.

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