Definition

In a way that is messy or not organized; done without order or arrangement.

Example

The papers were scattered disorderedly across the table.

Conversation

I noticed your room is looking a bit disorderedly today, did you have a busy week?

Yeah, I've been so swamped with work that I haven't had time to clean up.

I totally get that; sometimes things just pile up disorderedly when you're stressed.

Exactly! I really need to set aside some time to organize everything.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Disorderedly → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "order" (from Latin "ordo", meaning arrangement or order) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "disorderedly" means in a manner that is apart from or lacking order.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'apart' ('dis-') from 'order' — that's why disorderedly means acting in a way that lacks order.

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