organize

[awr-guh-nahyz] / ˈɔr gəˌnaɪz /

VERB

arrange, systematize

Synonyms

STRONGEST

construct coordinate create establish form formulate regulate run set up

STRONG

adapt adjust catalogue classify codify combine compose constitute correlate dispose fashion fit frame group harmonize marshal mold pigeonhole range settle shape standardize straighten tabulate tailor

WEAK

be responsible for get going get-together lick into shape line up look after methodize put in order put together see to straighten out take care of whip into shape

Antonyms

STRONGEST

break destroy ruin

STRONG

confuse differ disarrange disconnect disorder disorganize disperse disturb mix up move scatter unfit upset

Example Sentences

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In 2023, Ramos also helped organize protests for the families of five men who were killed by Mexican soldiers in their car while out partying.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

He was in a hurry to meet a deadline and had to organize the material in a way that would fit strict requirements.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

They don’t prepare taxes, but can help organize documents for a client’s accountant.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

He suggested that certain quantum systems could organize themselves into repeating patterns that continue indefinitely without needing energy from the outside.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

He’d help Big Jim organize ammunition, weapons, and rations for the Special Forces “A team” camps deep in the jungle.

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge

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