disorganized

adjective

dis·​or·​ga·​nized (ˌ)dis-ˈȯr-gə-ˌnīzd How to pronounce disorganized (audio)
Synonyms of disorganizednext
: lacking coherence, system, or central guiding agency : not organized
disorganized work habits

Examples of disorganized in a Sentence

The meeting was very disorganized.
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Orks are almost identical to their Warhammer Fantasy counterparts; an unrelenting and largely disorganized species, but now spread across the stars. Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 2 June 2026 When hiring technology falls short, applicants often conclude the employer itself may be disorganized or outdated. Bybryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026 The space had become overcrowded, disorganized and frustrating to use, but the price tag for a professional remodel felt impossible to justify. Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026 Warm, humid, with isolated pop-up showers or thunderstorms during peak heating, coverage should remain relatively low, and activity should stay disorganized. Nelly Carreño, CBS News, 26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for disorganized

Word History

First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of disorganized was in 1801

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“Disorganized.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disorganized. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.

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