organized

adjective

or·​ga·​nized ˈȯr-gə-ˌnīzd 

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

Synonyms

• methodical
• methodic
• neat
• orderly
• regular
• systematic
• systematized

Examples of organized in a Sentence

They ran a well-organized political campaign.

She's a very organized person.

Recent Examples on the Web

Then, on a more structural level, there is scope for much greater intelligence sharing across governments and joint task-forces on organized crime (gangs are a favorite extension of the Russian state). —Mike O'Sullivan, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025

Sean Bean takes on the role of gang leader Ronnie Phelan, joined by Julie Graham, James Nelson-Joyce as his friend Michael and Hannah Onslow, the latter playing a couple who wants to start a new life – away from organized crime. —John Hopewell, Variety, 21 Feb. 2025

Prosecutors explained that the charges have been filed in connection with an organized crime ring, which has conducted burglaries across multiple states. —Sam Gillette, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025

With its meticulous testing and design, this suitcase ensures your belongings stay safe and organized, thanks to three mesh pockets and one hanging pocket for extra storage. —Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1817, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing organized

• get organized
• organized crime
• organized labor
• organized religion

Rhymes for organized

• acclimatized
• actualized
• aerosolized
• alphabetized
• aluminized
• anaesthetized
• anesthetized
• annualized
• antagonized
• apologised
• apologized
• capitalised

Kids Definition

organized

adjective

or·​ga·​nized

: having an organization to plan and carry out activities

organized baseball