Definition

To be mixed up or confused in a disorganized way.

Example

The papers on the desk began to jumble together after the wind blew through the open window.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I can't find my keys; everything is just a jumble in my bag.

Have you tried taking everything out to check?

Yeah, but then it just becomes a bigger jumble on the table.

Maybe you should get a small organizer to keep everything sorted.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A confused or mixed collection of things that are not arranged in order.

Example

The children's toys were in a jumble on the floor.

Conversation

I found a huge jumble of old photos in the attic yesterday.

That sounds interesting! What kind of photos were they?

Mostly family pictures, but they were all mixed up in a jumble.

Definition

To mix things together in a messy or confused way, often without care.

Example

She decided to jumble the cards before the game started.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Can you help me sort out these clothes?

Sure! They look like a big jumble right now.

I know, I just threw everything in the basket without thinking.

Root Explanation

Jumble → The word originates from Middle English 'jumble' (meaning to mix or confuse), which is likely derived from the earlier term 'jumble' in the same language, meaning to throw together in a confused manner. It describes the act of mixing things up in a disordered way.

Memory Tip

Imagine mixing things together in a chaotic way — that's what jumble means, as it comes from the idea of throwing things together in confusion.

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