Neat - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Definition:
Tidy, orderly, or cleverly done; free from dirt or clutter.
Synonyms:
tidy, orderly, clean, trim
Part of Speech:
adjective, adverb
Antonyms:
messy, untidy
Common Collocations:
neat handwriting, neat solution, neat appearance, neat pile
Derivatives:
neatly, neatness
Usage Tips:
Use "neat" to describe something clean and organized or a clever solution to a problem.
Common Phrases:
neat as a pin, keep it neat, neat and tidy
Etymology:
From Old English *nēat* (cattle), later meaning "clean" or "orderly" in Middle English.
Examples:
- 1. She keeps her desk very neat.
- 2. His handwriting is small and neat.
- 3. The room was neat and well-organized.
- 4. She found a neat solution to the puzzle.