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badly-organized

|bad-ly-or-gan-ized|

B2

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/ˈbædli ˈɔːrɡəˌnaɪzd/

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/ˈbædli ˈɔːɡənaɪzd/

lacking order

Etymology
Etymology Information

'organized' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'organon,' where 'organ' meant 'tool' or 'instrument.'

Historical Evolution

'organon' transformed into the Latin word 'organizare,' and eventually became the modern English word 'organize' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to arrange or set up,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

poorly arranged or structured; lacking order or efficiency.

The event was badly-organized, leading to confusion among attendees.

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Last updated: 2025/05/14 08:21