Organize
ˈɔːrɡənaɪz
Definitions
2 meaningsTo arrange or systematize something; to put things in order.
ˈɔːrɡənaɪz
To arrange or systematize things.
We need to organize the books on the shelves.
💡 Simply: Imagine you have a messy desk, with papers scattered everywhere. To organize means to put everything in its proper place, like putting the papers in folders or files. It's about making things neat and easy to find.
👶 For kids: To organize means to put things in the right places so they don't look messy.
More Examples
The company organized a training session for new employees.
The volunteers organized the supplies for the disaster relief effort.
She organized her notes before starting the essay.
How It's Used
"The manager organized the team's workflow."
"She organized a successful fundraising event."
To bring people together for a common purpose.
ˈɔːrɡənaɪz
To form or join a group or association.
The community organized a neighborhood watch program.
💡 Simply: Imagine a group of friends deciding to start a club or team. To organize means to get together and decide what your group will do, and how you'll work together. It's like building a team or a movement.
👶 For kids: When you organize, you get a group of people to do something together.
More Examples
They organized a campaign to raise awareness about the issue.
The students organized a study group to prepare for the exam.
How It's Used
"They organized a protest against the new laws."
"The workers organized a union to improve their working conditions."
Synonyms
Arrange
Classify
Coordinate
Group
Marshal
Assemble
Constitute
Convene
Establish
Form
Found
Mobilize
Idioms & expressions
Organize your thoughts
To think clearly and logically about a subject, before speaking or writing.
"Before you give your presentation, take a moment to organize your thoughts."
Organize a meeting
To plan and arrange a meeting.
"Let's organize a meeting to discuss the project details."
From Late Latin *organizo*, from Greek *organon* meaning "instrument, tool". The word evolved to mean arranging or structuring something, like a tool or instrument, for a specific purpose.
The word 'organize' first appeared in the English language in the late 16th century, originally used to describe the structure or arrangement of something, often related to the workings of the body or a mechanical system.
Memory tip
Think of an orchestra: you need to organize all the musicians and instruments to make beautiful music!