cleanup
5 synonyms for cleanup, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of tidying up or clearing away mess, often after a specific event.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
cleanup spot
cleanup position
How to use cleanup
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
cleanup crew
beach cleanup
cleanup effort
Etymology
A deverbal formed from clean up.
Full origin of cleanup →Frequently asked questions
What does “cleanup” mean?
The word “cleanup” means the act of tidying up or clearing away mess, often after a specific event. In plain terms, a tidying-up job, often a big or organized one.
How do you pronounce “cleanup”?
“Cleanup” is pronounced KLEE-nuhp (/ˈkliːnʌp/ in IPA).
How do you use “cleanup” in a sentence?
Here is “cleanup” used in a sentence: “The oil spill cleanup took months.”
What part of speech is “cleanup”?
“Cleanup” is a noun.
Is “cleanup” a common word?
“Cleanup” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Related words
clean up
