Definitions

alphabetical

[al-fuh-bet-i-kuhl] / ˌæl fəˈbɛt ɪ kəl /

ADJECTIVE

in ascending order of a writing system

Synonyms

WEAK

A to Z consecutive graded indexed logical ordered progressive

Antonyms

WEAK

unalphabetical

Example Sentences

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Instead, Polymarket’s rules stated that a tie would “resolve in favor of the nominated film whose listed name comes first in alphabetical order.”

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Here are the forward P/E and sales growth projections for the 11 sectors of the S&P 500, listed in alphabetical order with the full index at the bottom:

From MarketWatch • Feb. 24, 2026

You’ll find them listed below in alphabetical order.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

The list of storm names is announced on 1 September each year and runs in alphabetical order.

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026

Lina tried to keep the cans in alphabetical order so she could find what she wanted quickly, but Granny always messed them up.

From "The City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau