derangement
|de/range/ment|
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/dɪˈreɪndʒmənt/
(derange)
mentally disturbed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'derangement' originates from French, specifically the word 'déranger,' where 'dé-' meant 'away' and 'ranger' meant 'to arrange.'
Historical Evolution
'déranger' transformed into the English word 'derange,' and eventually became the modern English word 'derangement.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to disturb or disarrange,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a state of mental disturbance or disorder.
The patient's derangement was evident in his erratic behavior.
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Noun 2
a disruption or disarrangement of a system or process.
The derangement of the supply chain caused significant delays.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45