Disjointed Meaning in English
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Definition
Disconnected, lacking a clear order or flow. Describes speech, writing, or ideas that are not organized or do not fit together smoothly.
Usage & Nuances
More common in formal or academic English. Usually used for negative judgments of writing, speech, arguments, or scenes. Often appears with 'speech', 'story', 'thoughts', or 'conversation'. Not used for physical objects.
Example Sentences
Her story sounded disjointed and hard to follow.
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The report was disjointed and lacked organization.
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I found his explanation too disjointed to understand.
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After staying up all night, my thoughts were pretty disjointed.
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The film feels disjointed—it jumps from one scene to another without warning.
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Their conversation was so disjointed that no one could follow what they were talking about.
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