DIS-ORGANIZE Synonyms: 60 Similar and Opposite Words

disorganize

verb

(ˌ)dis-ˈȯr-gə-ˌnīz

Definition of disorganize

as in to disrupt

to undo the proper order or arrangement of those unexpected problems that can disorganize an entire plan

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Recent Examples of disorganize Despite the good mood after the match, the pregame was disorganized. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026 When hiring technology falls short, applicants often conclude the employer itself may be disorganized or outdated.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 One of the assault platoons, having lost its platoon leader, became badly disorganized and scattered when one of the enemy tanks suddenly broke from cover and escaped through their lines. — Linda Dudik, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 May 2026 That these issues are now coming to light is indicative of a planning process that — in typical Dallas fashion — has been disorganized, rushed and lacking in transparency from its inception. — Mark Lamster architecture Critic, Dallas Morning News, 11 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for disorganize

Recent Examples of Synonyms for disorganize

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The country is mired in a war with Iran with no graceful exit opportunities; a new round of tariffs threatens to further disrupt fragile global trade relations; and the domestic economy faces inflation combined with paltry growth.

— Zachary Karabell, Washington Post, 21 Aug. 2026
Warships, mammoth bones and parts of ancient constructions all have emerged from the slumping waters of the Danube, the Rhine and other rivers in the scorching drought that has also disrupted trade, power and water supplies.

— ABC News, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of disrupt

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Road construction can disturb natural hydrology, said Kate Groetzinger, the communications director for the Center for Western Priorities.

— Sarah Henry, AZCentral.com, 19 Aug. 2026
A couple of years ago, a neighbor’s trees were disturbing the view from their $3-million summer house on the coast of Maine.

— Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026