| 单词 | orderly |
| 释义 | orderly —orderliness, n. /awr"deuhr lee/, adj., adv., n., pl. orderlies. adj. 1. arranged or disposed in a neat, tidy manner or in a regular sequence: an orderly desk. 2. observant of or governed by system or method, as persons or the mind. 3. characterized by or observant of law, rule, or discipline; well-behaved; law-abiding: an orderly assemblage of citizens. 4. pertaining to or charged with the communication or execution of orders. adv. 5. methodically; regularly. 6. according to established order or rule. n. 7. Mil. an enlisted soldier assigned to perform various chores for a commanding officer or group of officers. 8. a hospital attendant having general, nonmedical duties. [1470-80 as adv.; 1570-80 as adj.; 1795-1805 as n.; ORDER + -LY] Syn. 1, 2. ORDERLY, METHODICAL, SYSTEMATIC characterize that which is neat, in order, and planned. These three words are sometimes used interchangeably. However, ORDERLY emphasizes neatness of arrangement: an orderly array of books. METHODICAL suggests a logical plan, a definite order of actions or method from beginning to end: a methodical examination. SYSTEMATIC suggests thoroughness, an extensive and detailed plan, together with regularity of action: a systematic review. Ant. 1. chaotic, disorderly, haphazard. |
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