DISORGANIZE 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3 June 2026 When hiring technology falls short, applicants often conclude the employer itself may be disorganized or outdated.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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Improved logistics for Saudi crude exports have reduced the market's assessment of how much supply is at risk, Massabni said, adding that oil prices reflect not just available barrels but also the probability of those supplies being disrupted.

— Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2026
The situation in Bangladesh highlights the dangers of disrupting vaccine supplies, Nuzzo says.

— Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of disrupt

Verb

Food companies are trying to find ways to make products healthier or more affordable by changing ingredients without disturbing familiar textures.

— Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026
These changes can disturb the jet stream, the fast-moving westerly current of air in the atmosphere that helps steer weather systems around the Northern Hemisphere.

— Yongkang Xue, The Conversation, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of disturb

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But the decision left many in the football community confused, with an online petition started by alumnus Tim Hanrahan garnering more than 3,000 signatures.

— Lila Hempel-Edgers, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
This is where things get messy, and many folks — oligarchs in particular — become invested in keeping the general voter confused.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026