Sorted out Meaning and Definition

Pronunciation

/ˈsɔrtɪdˈaʊt/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

A state of being organized, tidy, and efficient, with all the necessary elements in their correct place, allowing for easy access and usage.

Examples

• After several hours of cleaning, the room was finally sorted out.
• The company was able to sort out their financial issues with a new accountant.

Synonyms

• Organized
• Tidy
• Efficient

Antonyms

• Disorganized
• Cluttered
• Chaotic

Etymology

Originated from the phrase “to sort out” which means to organize, categorize, and arrange something in a logical and structured manner.

Usage Notes

Can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but may be more common in casual conversations or written communication.

Cultural References

Appeared in the TV show “The Office” where the character Michael Scott is trying to sort out the office supplies.

Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases

“To get sorted out” means to settle or resolve a problem or situation convincingly.

Related Words or Phrases

Tidy, organize, catalog, arrange, categorize, declutter.

Collocations

Sorted out with / in / at / by / for / with.

Frequency of Use

Common in modern language, especially in contexts related to organization, management, and resolution.

Common Misspellings

sorterd out, sortedin out, sortding out