derangement (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /dɪˈreɪndʒmənt/
Definition
A state of mental disturbance or madness.
Examples
The stress of the job led to a complete derangement of his mental faculties.
Doctors were concerned about the potential derangement caused by the high fever.
His erratic behavior was a clear sign of derangement.
How to Use derangement
- derangement of (prepositional phrase)
- A disorder or disturbance affecting a specific system or faculty. — "The medication caused a derangement of his digestive system."
Synonyms of derangement
Words with a similar meaning to derangement:
Antonyms of derangement
Words with the opposite meaning to derangement:
Browse the full Anaversity dictionary