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disorganization

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /dɪsˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /dɪsˌɔrɡənaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun
Definition

The condition where things are not arranged in a proper or orderly way, leading to confusion or chaos.


Example

The disorganization in her room made it hard to find anything.


Conversation
Sloth A
I can't believe how much disorganization is in my room right now.
Sloth B
I know the feeling! It can be overwhelming sometimes.
Sloth A
Yeah, I really need to find a better way to manage my stuff.
Sloth B
Maybe we can tackle it together this weekend!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
chaos
disarray
disorder
Antonyms
order
organization
system
Root Explanation

Disorganization → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "organization" (from the Greek "organon", meaning tool or instrument, and the suffix "-ization" which indicates a process or result). The word describes the process of being apart from an organized state or lacking order.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dis-' meaning apart and 'organization' referring to a structured arrangement. This helps you remember that disorganization means a lack of order or structure.

Visually Confused Words
misorganization
inorganization
deorganization
organization
reorganization
organizational
disanimation
underorganization
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