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Tidiness: meaning, definitions and examples

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tidiness

 

[ ˈtaɪdniːs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

keeping things in order

The quality or state of being neat, orderly, and well-organized.

Synonyms

neatness, orderliness, organization

Examples of usage

  • Her house was always so clean and tidy.
  • I appreciate your tidiness in keeping the office organized.
Context #2 | Noun

personal appearance

Neatness and smartness in dress and appearance.

Synonyms

cleanliness, neatness, orderliness

Examples of usage

  • She always takes pride in her tidiness, making sure her clothes are ironed and shoes polished.
  • His tidiness is evident in the way he presents himself at work.

Translations

Translations of the word "tidiness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 arrumação

🇮🇳 साफ़-सफ़ाई

🇩🇪 Ordnung

🇮🇩 kebersihan

🇺🇦 охайність

🇵🇱 porządek

🇯🇵 整理整頓 (せいりせいとん)

🇫🇷 propreté

🇪🇸 orden

🇹🇷 düzen

🇰🇷 정리정돈 (정돈)

🇸🇦 نظافة

🇨🇿 pořádek

🇸🇰 poriadok

🇨🇳 整洁 (zhěngjié)

🇸🇮 urejenost

🇮🇸 regla

🇰🇿 ұқыптылық

🇬🇪 სისუფთავე

🇦🇿 səliqə

🇲🇽 orden

Etymology

The word 'tidiness' originated from the Middle English 'tidi', meaning 'timely, seasonable, decent', which is of uncertain origin. It evolved over time to represent the quality of being neat and well-organized. Keeping things tidy has been valued across different cultures and time periods as a sign of discipline and respect for one's surroundings.

See also: tidy, tidying, untidily, untidy.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,279 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.