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orderly

or·der·ly

orderly

 
 
pronunciation:
or dr li
parts of speech:
adjective, noun
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: arranged in a neat way; in order.
The librarian keeps the books very orderly.
synonyms:
neat, tidy
antonyms:
disorderly, messy, random
similar words:
ordered, organized, trim
definition 2: behaving well or in keeping with rules or a system.
Everyone was glad of the crowd's orderly behavior at the game.
synonyms:
disciplined
antonyms:
disorderly
similar words:
civil, controlled, neat, proper, well-behaved
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part of speech: noun
inflections: orderlies
definition 1: a soldier who does certain tasks for one or more officers.
similar words:
aide
definition 2: someone who cleans and does other basic work in a hospital.
similar words:
aide, assistant
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derivation: orderliness (n.)
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