ordeal, n. crucible.

order, n. [mandate], [command], [precept], [direction], [decree], decretal, injunction; [rule], regulation, [law], [canon], prescription; method, [system], [disposition], [arrangement]; [succession], [sequence]; dictation, [bidding], commission; grade, degree, [class]; tranquillity, [quiet].

order, v. methodize, [systematize], regulate; [bid], [command], [dictate], enjoin.

ordering, n. [distribution], [disposition], regulation.

orderly, a. [systematic], [methodical], well-regulated, [regular]; [peaceable].

ordinary, a. [common], [regular], conventional, [commonplace], [mediocre], [average], [usual].

organic, a. [constitutional], vital, [fundamental], [essential], [inherent], instrumental.

organization, n. organism; formation, construction, [making].

organize, v. [arrange], [systematize], [form].

orgies, n. pl. [carousal], revels, [debauch], wassail, saturnalia, bacchanals, [riot].