tidy
3 antonyms for tidy — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Neatly arranged; not messy or cluttered.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Neatly arranged; not messy or cluttered.
“She keeps her desk perfectly tidy.”
hefty
goodly
healthy
kempt
goodish
respectable
orderly
presentable
spick and span
clean
seasonable
fit
Opposites
2. verb
To make something neat and organized.
“Can you tidy up the kitchen before dinner?”
Antonyms
How to use tidy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tidy up
a tidy sum
keep it tidy
Etymology
From Middle English tidy, originally meaning "timely" or "seasonable," from "tide" (time) plus "-y." The meaning shifted over centuries from "in good time" to "neat and orderly."
Full origin of tidy →Frequently asked questions
What does “tidy” mean?
The word “tidy” means neatly arranged; not messy or cluttered. In plain terms, neat and well-organized, or, informally, a decent-sized amount (especially of money).
How do you pronounce “tidy”?
“Tidy” is pronounced TEYE-dee (/ˈtaɪ.di/ in IPA).
How do you use “tidy” in a sentence?
Here is “tidy” used in a sentence: “She keeps her desk perfectly tidy.”
What is another word for “tidy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “tidy” include orderly, presentable, spick and span, clean, seasonable and fit.
What is the opposite of “tidy”?
The opposite of “tidy” — its antonyms — are messy, untidy and slipshod.
What part of speech is “tidy”?
Depending on how it is used, “tidy” can be an adjective and a verb.
Where does the word “tidy” come from?
The word “tidy” comes from Middle English. From Middle English tidy, originally meaning "timely" or "seasonable," from "tide" (time) plus "-y." The meaning shifted over centuries from "in good time" to "neat and orderly.".
Is “tidy” a common word?
“Tidy” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
