Compartmentalize/kəmˌpɑːrtˈmentəlaɪz/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Clear Boundaries Used when clear divisions are needed within a project or idea. We need to compartmentalize our project into phases. Pro Tip 2/3Organization Strategy Refers to organizing thoughts or tasks into manageable sections. Compartmentalize your revision by subjects for the exam. Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Overwhelm Helps focus on one thing at a time, to not get overwhelmed. Compartmentalize your to-do list by priorities.