Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the phrase
Sort Out.
Sort Out - as a verb
Arrange or order by classes or categories
Example: "How would you classify these pottery shards--are they prehistoric?"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
assort6class7classify16separate10sort4Hypernyms (Closely Related)
categorise13categorize22Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear
Example: "Could you clarify these remarks?"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clear7clear upcrystalise15crystalize24crystallise16crystallize25elucidate12enlighten13illuminate12shed light onstraighten outPunish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
Example: "The teacher disciplined the pupils rather frequently"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
correct11discipline15Example Sentences
"I need to sort out my closet and get rid of clothes I no longer wear."
"I can help you sort out the documents and organize them by category."
"It took me a while to sort out the mess in the garage."
"We should sort out the issues between the team members before the project starts."
"I'm trying to sort out my thoughts, but it's difficult to make a decision."
