orderly
/ˈɔːdəli/ · /ˈɔːrdərli/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6389 in the learning path
有秩序的；整齐的
Definitions
adj. well arranged or behaving in a controlled, organised way
有秩序的；整齐的
n. a hospital worker doing practical tasks, or a soldier's assistant
医院护工；勤务兵
Example
The children formed an orderly queue outside the classroom.
孩子们在教室外排起了整齐的队伍。
Clear evacuation procedures help ensure an orderly departure from public buildings during emergencies, reducing the risk of injury.
明确的疏散程序有助于人们在紧急情况下有序撤离公共建筑，降低受伤风险。
Collocations
- orderly queue
- orderly manner
- orderly evacuation
- hospital orderly
Word family
- order (n.)
- order (v.)
- disorderly (adj.)
- orderliness (n.)
Synonyms
- organised
- tidy
Antonyms
- disorderly
- chaotic
Usage tip
虽以-ly结尾，常作形容词；名词可指医院护工。
FAQ
- What does orderly mean?
- well arranged or behaving in a controlled, organised way a hospital worker doing practical tasks, or a soldier's assistant
- How is orderly pronounced?
- UK /ˈɔːdəli/, US /ˈɔːrdərli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
