The difference between Declutter and Tidy

When used as verbs, declutter means to remove clutter from, to tidy, whereas tidy means to make tidy.


Tidy is also interjection with the meaning: expression of positive agreement, usually in reply to a question.

Tidy is also noun with the meaning: a tabletop container for pens and stationery.

Tidy is also adjective with the meaning: arranged neatly and in order.

check bellow for the other definitions of Declutter and Tidy

  1. Declutter as a verb:

    To remove clutter from, to tidy.

    Examples:

    "I decluttered my living room."

  1. Tidy as an adjective:

    Arranged neatly and in order.

    Examples:

    "Keep Britain tidy."

  2. Tidy as an adjective:

    Not messy; neat and controlled.

  3. Tidy as an adjective (colloquial):

    Satisfactory; comfortable.

  4. Tidy as an adjective (colloquial):

    Generous, considerable.

    Examples:

    "The scheme made a tidy profit."

  5. Tidy as an adjective (obsolete):

    In good time; at the right time; timely; seasonable; opportune; favourable; fit; suitable.

  6. Tidy as an adjective (obsolete):

    Brave; smart; skillful; fine; good.

  7. Tidy as an adjective:

    Appropriate or suitable as regards occasion, circumstances, arrangement, or order.

  1. Tidy as a verb:

    To make tidy; to neaten.

  1. Tidy as a noun:

    A tabletop container for pens and stationery.

    Examples:

    "a desk tidy"

  2. Tidy as a noun:

    A cover, often of tatting, drawn work, or other ornamental work, for the back of a chair, the arms of a sofa, etc.

  3. Tidy as a noun (dated):

    A child's pinafore.

    Examples:

    "rfquotek Wright"

  4. Tidy as a noun:

    The wren.

    Examples:

    "rfquotek Drayton"

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