disorganize

verb

dis·​or·​ga·​nize (ˌ)dis-ˈȯr-gə-ˌnīz How to pronounce disorganize (audio)
disorganized; disorganizing; disorganizes

transitive verb

: to destroy or interrupt the orderly structure or function of

Examples of disorganize in a Sentence

those unexpected problems that can disorganize an entire plan
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Psychologists recognize four main styles of attachment: secure, avoidant, anxious, and disorganized. Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 25 Sep. 2025 On Friday morning, the system was still disorganized. Alex Harris updated September 5, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025 But it was criticized for being disorganized and too dependent on men forced into service. Meredith Oyen, The Conversation, 2 Sep. 2025 They were disorganized and inefficient, their battles had been going poorly, and their leadership suffered from corruption and distrust. Kevin Kruse, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for disorganize

Word History

Etymology

French désorganiser, from dés- dis- + organiser to organize

First Known Use

1793, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of disorganize was in 1793

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“Disorganize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disorganize. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.

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disorganize

verb
dis·​or·​ga·​nize (ˈ)dis-ˈȯr-gə-ˌnīz How to pronounce disorganize (audio)
: to break up the regular arrangement of : confuse, disorder

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