organized

adjective

or·​ga·​nized ˈȯr-gə-ˌnīzd How to pronounce organized (audio)
1
: having a formal organization to coordinate and carry out activities
organized baseball
organized crime
2
: affiliated by membership in an organization (such as a union)
organized steelworkers

Examples of organized in a Sentence

They ran a well-organized political campaign. She's a very organized person.
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Delays might occur, but staying organized and ready can make a difference if slots open up. Hanmei Wu, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025 Gold jewelry also serves as a physical form of financial protection in a region where millions of people — particularly women — may not have access to bank accounts or other forms of organized investing. Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 13 July 2025 The sale includes patio furniture sets, decorative planter pots from Joanna Gaines’ Target line, and storage benches to stay organized and keep outdoor items protected. Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 11 July 2025 So many in Michigan have some kind of tie to the auto industry and the assembly line helped build the middle class and helps tell the story of the growth of organized labor, Bieda told the Detroit Free Press in a July interview. Clara Hendrickson, Freep.com, 11 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for organized

Word History

First Known Use

1817, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of organized was in 1817

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“Organized.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/organized. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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organized

adjective
or·​ga·​nized
: having an organization to plan and carry out activities
organized baseball

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