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disorderly

|dis/or/der/ly|

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/dɪsˈɔrdərli/

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/dɪsˈɔːdəli/

lack of order

Etymology
Etymology Information

'disorderly' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'disorderly,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'order' meant 'arrangement.'

Historical Evolution

'disorderly' changed from the Middle English word 'disorderly' and eventually became the modern English word 'disorderly'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'lacking order or arrangement,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking organization or in a state of confusion.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

lacking organization or in a state of confusion.

The room was left in a disorderly state after the party.

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Adjective 2

involving or contributing to a breach of peace.

The protest turned disorderly when the crowd began to push against the barriers.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35