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disorder
/dɪsˈɔːdə(ɹ)/
When referring to a lack of organization (like a messy room), "disorder" is usually an uncountable noun. When used in a medical context, it can be either countable ("a genetic disorder") or uncountable depending on the specific condition. As a verb, "disorder" is quite rare in modern everyday speech; people usually prefer words like "mess up" or "disturb" instead.
💬Casual Conversation
Seriously, your desk is a total disorder. How do you even find your notes?
It's called a system, Fat. I'm just vibing with the chaos.
Meanings
A state of confusion or lack of organization.
"The room was in a state of complete disorder after the party."
A physical or mental condition that is not normal or healthy.
"The patient was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder."
A disturbance of public peace, such as a riot.
"Police were called in to quell the civil disorder in the city center."
To disturb the order or arrangement of something.
"He disordered the papers on the desk while searching for the key."