adv

alphabetically

Alphabetically (adv) means In alphabetical order, following the A-to-Z sequence of letters. Example: “The books on the shelf are arranged alphabetically by author.”

adv

In alphabetical order, following the A-to-Z sequence of letters.

"The books on the shelf are arranged alphabetically by author."

How to use alphabetically

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSorted A to Z.

Common pairings

sorted alphabetically listed alphabetically

Word forms

more alphabetically comparative, most alphabetically superlative

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The books on the shelf are arranged _____ by author.

Etymology

From alphabetical + -ly.

Rhymes for alphabetically

ally bally sally Wally dally rally tally pally really locally usually equally

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Frequently asked questions

What does “alphabetically” mean?

The word “alphabetically” means in alphabetical order, following the A-to-Z sequence of letters. In plain terms, sorted A to Z.

How do you use “alphabetically” in a sentence?

Here is “alphabetically” used in a sentence: “The books on the shelf are arranged alphabetically by author.”

What part of speech is “alphabetically”?

“Alphabetically” is an adverb.

What is the meaning of alphabetically?

"alphabetically" (adv) means in alphabetical order, following the A-to-Z sequence of letters.