sorting

[sawr-ting] / ˈsɔr tɪŋ /

NOUN

categorization

Synonyms

STRONG

arrangement category distribution grouping layout lineup order organization placement sequence

WEAK

cataloging

Antonyms

STRONG

disorganization

NOUN

classification

Synonyms

STRONGEST

allocation allotment analysis arrangement coordination designation distribution grade regulation

STRONG

apportionment assignment assortment codification collocation consignment denomination department disposal disposition division echelon gradation grading graduation group grouping kind order ordering ordination organization pigeonholing sizing systematization taxonomy

WEAK

alloting cataloguing categorizing distributing tabulating typecasting

Antonyms

STRONG

disorganization keeping retention

NOUN

gradation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

calibration nuance

STRONG

arrangement change degree difference distinction divergence grade grouping level mark measurement modification notch ordering place point position progression rank scale sequence series shade stage succession variation

Antonyms

STRONG

accord agreement sameness similarity unemployment unimportance

Example Sentences

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"The club has lacked in terms of leading on the problem, and sorting out their own mess," Tessem adds.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

It opened a new truck marshaling yard for sorting and dispatching cargo.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

She’s still sorting out how to present this album live.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

His mom was overwhelmed by the idea of sorting through all the financial details of the household and asked Wildstein to take over.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

I went back to my room and began sorting and folding my clothes, trying not to disturb Torito and Rubén, who were still asleep.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez

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