disheveled (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /dɪˈʃɛvəld/

Definition

Untidy; disordered, especially of a person's hair, clothes, or appearance.

Examples

• After a long flight, her hair was disheveled and her clothes were wrinkled.

• The artist, known for his eccentric style, often appeared disheveled but always brilliant.

• Despite the early morning rush, he managed to look perfectly groomed, never disheveled.

Synonyms of disheveled

Words with a similar meaning to disheveled:

• messy
• untidy
• rumpled
• unkempt

Antonyms of disheveled

Words with the opposite meaning to disheveled:

• neat
• tidy
• groomed

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