Definition

In a manner that is suitable or appropriate for a particular purpose.

Example

The results were sortably organized, making it easy to find the information needed.

Conversation

Do you think this outfit is sortably appropriate for the party?

Yeah, it looks great and fits the vibe perfectly.

I just wanted to make sure I don’t look out of place.

You won’t! You’ll blend in nicely with everyone else.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sortably → It is formed from "sort" (from Old French *sorte*, meaning a class or kind) and "-ably" (meaning in a manner that can be). The word "sortably" means in a manner that can be sorted or classified.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sort' as a way to classify things, and '-ably' means it can be done in that way. So, sortably means something can be classified.

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