1
as in neat
being clean and in good order
could easily find everything on her tidy desk
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in large
of a size greater than average of its kind
paid a tidy sum for a painting that may not even be a genuine Titian
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in sizable
sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
signed a three-year contract for a tidy amount
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in to straighten (up)
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of tidy
Molly McPherson, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Indeed, keeping the house clean and tidy as a pet owner is a major task by itself, never mind with a hyperactive puppy around.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
If your liquid detergent does expire, use it for one of its many uses outside of keeping clothing clean, like mopping floors and tidying toys.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for tidy 
Adjective
There’s no tidy message here - just a jumble of strategies to see what gains traction.
—Molly McPherson, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Indeed, keeping the house clean and tidy as a pet owner is a major task by itself, never mind with a hyperactive puppy around.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
So, before turning on the webcam, iron your outfit, tidy up the background, and prepare your posture.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
If your liquid detergent does expire, use it for one of its many uses outside of keeping clothing clean, like mopping floors and tidying toys.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for tidy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tidy
Adjective
-
The 3000 hours of footage has been condensed to a neat 85 minutes to tell this unlikely tale of humanity.Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
-
The unnamed abode includes a sofa with storage, plus a neat mini mezzanine sleeping area.Adam Williams, New Atlas, 26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
The latest forecast is the most unusually warm issued by the center on such a large scale in more than 15 years, according to climatologist Brian Brettschneider.Mary Gilbert, CNN, 18 Dec. 2024
-
Combining forces would allow the two companies to fend off Toyota, the world’s largest automaker, at home and abroad.Bloomberg, The Mercury News, 18 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
The bag's dimensions are 29 in L x 29 in W x 6 in H, so this is a sizable wreath bag with ample storage room.Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024
-
Listing images show a sizable living room with a fireplace and a dining room that opened onto a small outdoor space.Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 19 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
As a result, CEOs may reap substantial rewards even when their companies' performance is merely average or even below par compared to their industry peers.Jack Kelly, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
-
Triller’s entry onto NASDAQ and its substantial backers has earned it increasing attention.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
The stakes are clear—deploying large-scale AI can bring transformative efficiencies and novel solutions, but not without considerable environmental costs.Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
-
Lively and the rest of the cast agreed to those recommendations, and also avoided Baldoni at the film's New York premiere in August, which generated considerable discussion online.Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
One of their bestsellers is the Sound Renewal, a nourishing serum of botanical extracts and antioxidants that freshen the skin.Anna Haines, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
-
There are big new characters to freshen things up, from Derrick Henry leading the league in rushing for Baltimore to Russell Wilson adding a downfield passing element to Pittsburgh’s suddenly threatening offense.Childs Walker, Baltimore Sun, 15 Nov. 2024
Adjective
-
On a Drive In cars, formaldehyde adhesives can be found in the dashboards, seat coverings, flooring materials, carpeting, door trim, window sealant and armrests.Topher Sanders, ProPublica, 9 Dec. 2024
-
For 2025 the company added a new Black Edition trim, tested here, with 20-inch wheels, dark trim and welcome lighting with the Infiniti logo.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Adjective
-
That red brick facade and handsome shutters hold timeless charm, but the city condo has even more delights inside.Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 21 Dec. 2024
-
Groff noticed Clay’s head turn but assumed his future husband was checking out the handsome walking companion.Court Stroud, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near tidy
Cite this Entry
“Tidy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tidy. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share