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neater

 

[ ˈniːtə ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

appearance, style

The term 'neater' is the comparative form of 'neat,' which refers to being tidy, orderly, or well-organized. It is often used to describe a space, an object, or a person's presentation that is arranged in a clean and aesthetically pleasing way. When comparing two or more elements, something described as 'neater' implies that one is more organized or more visually appealing than the other. The word can also be applied in contexts related to behavior, habits, or even thoughts, suggesting a level of clarity and precision.

Synonyms

more orderly, more organized, tidier

Examples of usage

  • Her workspace is neater than mine.
  • I aim to keep my room neater on weekends.
  • The new layout looks neater than the old one.

Translations

Translations of the word "neater" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais arrumado

🇮🇳 ज़्यादा व्यवस्थित

🇩🇪 ordentlicher

🇮🇩 lebih rapi

🇺🇦 охайніший

🇵🇱 ładniejszy

🇯🇵 より整然とした

🇫🇷 plus soigné

🇪🇸 más ordenado

🇹🇷 daha derli

🇰🇷 더 깔끔한

🇸🇦 أكثر ترتيبًا

🇨🇿 úhlednější

🇸🇰 usporiadanejší

🇨🇳 更整洁

🇸🇮 bolj urejen

🇮🇸 skipulagsbundnari

🇰🇿 таза

🇬🇪 მოწესრიგებული

🇦🇿 daha səliqəli

🇲🇽 más ordenado

Word origin

The word 'neat' has its origins in the Middle English term 'nete,' which meant clean or tidy. This, in turn, comes from the Old French 'net,' meaning clean or free from dirt. The concept of neatness has been associated with social status and propriety throughout history, implying that a tidy appearance reflects one's character or upbringing. The comparative form 'neater' emerged as the English language evolved, allowing speakers to express relative qualities. Today, being 'neat' extends beyond physical appearance to encompass clarity in communication and organization in thought processes, showcasing its versatile applicability.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,086, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.