Classification — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌkla-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən/ clas·si·fi·ca·tion

Meaning & Definition of Classification

Classification (noun)

  1. the act or process of classifying
  2. systematic arrangement in groups or categories according to established criteria; specifically, taxonomy
  3. class, category

Classification (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic

    "dinosaur remains that do not fit any existing classification"

    similar: bracket, category, class, division, family, genus, grade, group, kind, league, order, rank(s), rubric, set, species, tier, type
    related: description, feather, ilk, kidney, like, manner, nature, sort, branch, section, speciality, specialty, subclass, subdivision, subgroup, subspecies, variety, breed, race, generation, heading, label, title

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Classification

The most common words with a similar meaning to Classification:

bracket, category, class, division, family, genus, grade, group, kind, league, order, rank(s), rubric, set, species, tier, type

Related Words for Classification

description, feather, ilk, kidney, like, manner, nature, sort, branch, section, speciality, specialty, subclass, subdivision, subgroup, subspecies, variety, breed, race, generation, heading, label, title

Word Forms of Classification

Derived words: classificatory (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Classification

borrowed from New Latin classificātiōn-, classificātiō, from Latin classis "group called to military service, fleet, class:1" + -i- -i- + -ficātiōn-, -ficātiō -fication

First known use: 1767

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Classification

Words & Phrases Containing Classification

Dewey decimal classification, self-classification

Frequently Asked Questions about Classification

What does "Classification" mean?

"Classification" means the act or process of classifying. As a noun, it is defined as: the act or process of classifying.

What is another word for "Classification"?

Other words for "Classification" include bracket, category, class, division, family, genus, grade and group. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Classification" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Classification"?

There are 40 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Classification". Common alternatives include bracket, category, class, division, family, genus, grade, group, kind and league.

How do you use "Classification" in a sentence?

Examples of "Classification" in a sentence: "dinosaur remains that do not fit any existing classification".

Is "Classification" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Classification" is a noun.

Is "Classification" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Classification" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Classification"?

"Classification" is pronounced /ˌkla-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən/ and divided into syllables as clas·si·fi·ca·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Classification"?

"Classification" comes from borrowed from New Latin classificātiōn-, classificātiō, from Latin classis "group called to military service, fleet, class:1" + -i- -i- + -ficātiōn-, -ficātiō -fication. First known use: 1767.