alphabetism

/ˌælfəˈbɛtɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

the use or arrangement of letters in the order of the alphabet

“The teacher emphasized the importance of learning the alphabet and its alphabetism to her students.”

2. noun

a system or method of arranging or organizing things according to the alphabet

“The company developed an alphabetism for categorizing and storing their vast library of books.”

Synonyms

  • abecedarian
  • alphabetical order

Antonyms

  • random arrangement
  • reverse order