Word
organization
Phoneticsor·ga·ni·za·tion, stress on the fourth syllable
/ˌɔɹɡənəˈzeɪʃən/
UK spelling · organisation
Definitions
01a group or company
A2 · Elementary Countable noun
n. a group of people who work together for a specific purpose, like a business or a charity.
n. an organized body of people with a particular purpose, such as a business, government department, or charity.
“She works for a non-profit organization that helps children learn to read.”
“The international organization coordinates relief efforts across several borders to ensure that medical supplies reach the most affected regions quickly.”
Synonyms
02planning and order
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of planning and arranging things so they are easy to find or use.
n. the quality or state of being organized; the systematic arrangement of items or ideas.
“With a little more organization, you could finish your homework much faster.”
“The success of the conference was largely due to the meticulous organization of the planning committee over the previous six months.”
Synonyms
03structure of a text
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Academic
n. the way a book, article, or speech is put together.
n. the internal structure or logical sequence of a piece of writing or a presentation.
“The teacher liked my essay but said the organization of the paragraphs was confusing.”
“While the research data is compelling, the overall organization of the report makes it difficult for the board to follow the primary argument.”
Synonyms
04sports club system
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Sports American English
n. a professional sports club and all the smaller teams that belong to it.
n. a professional sports franchise including its major league team and all affiliated minor league or developmental teams.
“The young pitcher is considered the best prospect in the entire organization.”
“The team's philosophy is consistent throughout the organization, from the rookie ball clubs up to the major league roster.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “organization” in context.
Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French organisation, from Medieval Latin organizātiō; by surface analysis, organize + -ation.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Very common
- Level
- A2 · ElementaryOxford
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