What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unorderable
Example
The items in this list are unorderable because they do not have a clear hierarchy. [unorderable: adjective]
Example
The books on this shelf are unorderable because they do not follow any particular system. [unorderable: adjective]
unsortable
Example
These documents are unsortable because they do not have any discernible pattern. [unsortable: adjective]
Example
The data in this spreadsheet is unsortable because it contains too many variables. [unsortable: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unsortable is slightly more common than unorderable in everyday language, especially in the context of data or information that cannot be sorted or organized according to a particular criterion or rule.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unorderable and unsortable?
Both unorderable and unsortable are neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
