organised
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/ˈɔrɡəˌnaɪzd/
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/ˈɔːɡənaɪzd/
(organise)
systematically arranged; put in order
Etymology
'organised' originates from Middle French, specifically the word 'organiser', from Medieval Latin 'organizare', which ultimately traces back to Greek 'organon', where 'organon' meant 'tool, instrument'.
'organiser' in Middle French transformed into Early Modern English 'organise/organize', and the past participle/adjective form became 'organised/organized' in modern English.
Initially, it meant 'to furnish with organs or instruments; to arrange systematically', and over time it settled into the modern sense of 'to arrange, structure, or coordinate; to be orderly'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'organise'.
She organised the files yesterday.
Adjective 1
arranged or structured in a systematic way.
The cupboard is neatly organised.
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Adjective 2
efficient and methodical in one’s habits or work.
He is very organised and never misses a deadline.
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Adjective 3
involving a formally structured group or system, especially in reference to crime or labor.
The city has a problem with organised crime.
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Adjective 4
prepared and ready for an event or task.
We are fully organised for the trip.
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Last updated: 2025/08/12 01:21
