NEATEN Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

neaten

verb

ˈnē-tᵊn

Definition of neaten

as in to trim

to make neat neatened the living room in anticipation of company

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Recent Examples of neaten Deadheading can not only neaten your garden, but also encourage a new round of blooms. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 3 June 2026 To neaten up the drawer, use clear or white plastic magazine or file holders nestled side by side to hold boxes and packages of frozen foods. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 23 June 2025 Several people milled around, neatening the area, touching up Cage’s makeup. — Susan Orlean, New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2025 Fringes usually require neatening up every two to three weeks, and helpfully, many hairdressers offer free fringe trims in between salon visits. — Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 31 May 2024 See All Example Sentences for neaten

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Miller’s exact dress from Debute London, which features a bustier top, lace trim, and a short hemline, is a great example of the details that turn the trend more contemporary, while still nodding to its nostalgic, charming nature.

— Irene Richardson, InStyle, 3 July 2026
Mow regularly and trim your edges, since ticks lurk in tall grass and brush.

— Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026

Definition of trim

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Weave in open storage elements like cubbies—essential for keeping shoes and boots accessible and organized.

— Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 4 July 2026
The flight follows additional aid deliveries from Ecuador and continuing relief efforts organized in Spain, where public institutions, businesses and charitable organizations have raised more than $11 million for earthquake victims.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026

Definition of organize

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The floorplan is arranged with a clear separation between the living areas and private sleeping quarters of the home.

— Bridget Borgobello July 03, New Atlas, 4 July 2026
Bunting arranged this way is appropriate for covering a speaker’s desk, draping the front of a platform or general decoration.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 3 July 2026

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