Word: Orderly

Pronunciation

/ˈɔːrdərli/

Definitions

• Adjective: Arranged in a neat, tidy, or systematic manner. For example: “The books were placed on the shelf in an orderly fashion.”
• Noun: A person, typically a hospital attendant, who helps maintain order and care for patients. For example: “The orderly helped the patient to his feet.”

As Adjective

• An orderly process implies that it is well-organized and structured. Example: “The evacuation was conducted in an orderly manner.”
• An orderly desk suggests that it’s clean and everything is in its proper place. Example: “She kept her desk orderly so she could find documents easily.”

As Noun

• In a medical context, an orderly might assist with moving patients, cleaning rooms, and basic patient care tasks. Example: “The hospital orderly ensured the patient’s room was clean and comfortable.”

Phrases

• “Maintain order”: Keep things in an orderly state.
• “Serve as an orderly”: Work as a healthcare attendant responsible for helping patients and maintaining cleanliness.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The sergeant demanded that the soldiers form an orderly queue for roll call.”
• Noun: “After the surgery, the patient relied heavily on the kindness and support of the hospital orderly.”

Synonyms

• Neat (as an adjective)
• Organized
• Systematic
• Tidy
• Methodical
• Disciplined (in terms of behavior)

For the noun ‘orderly’:

• Attendant
• Healthcare assistant
• Nurse aide
• Caregiver (in a healthcare setting)