Synonyms of category

category

noun

ˈka-tə-ˌgȯr-ē 

as in type

one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic

divide the essays into categories based on difficulty of comprehension

Synonyms & Similar Words

• type
• kind
• classification
• group
• tier
• section
• sort
• class
• bracket
• genus
• species
• variety
• rubric
• division
• family
• generation
• grade
• league
• set
• rank(s)
• order
• breed
• description
• subgroup
• specialty
• subspecies
• manner
• subdivision
• subclass
• race
• speciality
• nature
• title
• label
• kidney
• branch
• heading
• feather
• like
• ilk

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of category

Those include noms in the best British independent film, best director and best screenplay categories, as well as for best joint lead performance for stars Katy O’Brian and Stewart, along with eight craft noms. —Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Nov. 2024

These are split into four groups of four based on common characteristics and placed into categories. —Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024

With thousands of fabrics from over 20 product categories and services, Texworld NYC is one of the largest sourcing events on the East Coast for apparel fabric buyers, research and product development specialists, designers, merchandisers and overseas sourcing professionals to connect and network. —Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 5 Nov. 2024

This isn’t the hosiery of their childhood; brands are bringing fresh energy to the category with new materials, comfort and innovative designs. —Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 30 Oct. 2024