disorder (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /dɪsˈɔːrdər/
Definition
A state of confusion or lack of organization.
Examples
The sudden storm caused widespread disorder in the city.
He tried to bring order to the chaos and disorder of the office.
The police were called to control the disorder that broke out at the stadium.
How to Use disorder
- disorder of (prepositional phrase)
- A condition affecting a specific part or system. — "He has a hearing disorder of unknown origin."
- in disorder (prepositional phrase)
- In a state of confusion or messiness. — "After the earthquake, the whole town was in disorder."
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