Definition

To form layers or levels, often in a way that shows differences in status or quality.

Example

As the sediment settled, it began to stratify into distinct layers.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you noticed how people often stratify themselves in social groups?

Yeah, it's interesting to see different levels of interaction.

I wonder what causes them to stratify like that.

Maybe it's just human nature to find comfort in familiar circles.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To arrange or separate something into different layers, groups, or levels.

Example

The researchers decided to stratify the data to better understand the results across different age groups.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how we stratify our social groups?

Yeah, it's interesting to see how people form different circles.

Right? It's like we naturally stratify ourselves without even realizing it.

Root Explanation

Stratify → It is formed from "stratum" (from Latin, meaning layer) and "-fy" (meaning to make or to cause to be). The word "stratify" means to make or arrange in layers.

Memory Tip

Think of creating layers ('stratum') when you 'make' something ('-fy'). That's why stratify means to arrange in layers.

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