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Disorganized Meaning in English

word

dɪˈsɔɹɡəˌnaɪzd
diss-OR-guh-nyzd
dɪsˈɔːɡənaɪzd
diss-AW-guh-nyzd

Definition

Not arranged in a clear or orderly way; lacking structure or system. It can describe people, places, or things that are messy or chaotic.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly used in a negative sense for people (bad at planning or keeping things tidy) or for situations/places (messy or chaotic). Common collocations: 'disorganized desk', 'disorganized team', 'disorganized approach'. Not used for objects literally taken apart (use 'disassembled').

Example Sentences

My room is very disorganized.

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He is a disorganized student and often loses his books.

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The meeting was disorganized and confusing.

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Sorry for the mess—I'm a pretty disorganized person.

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Their plan was so disorganized that nobody knew what to do.

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If your files are this disorganized, it'll be hard to find anything.

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