disorder

(noun, verb)

noun

1. a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning

- the doctor prescribed some medicine for the disorder

Similar word(s): upset

Definition categories: state

2. a condition in which things are not in their expected places

- the files are in complete disorder

Similar word(s): disorderliness

Definition categories: state, condition, status

3. a disturbance of the peace or of public order

Definition categories: state

Sentences with disorder as a noun:

- After playing the children left the room in disorder.

- The class was thrown into disorder when the teacher left the room

- The army tried to prevent disorder when claims the elections had been rigged grew stronger.

- Bulimia is an eating disorder.

verb

1. disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed

Similar word(s): cark, disquiet, distract, perturb, trouble, unhinge

Definition categories: emotion, disturb, trouble, upset

2. bring disorder to

Similar word(s): disarray

Definition categories: change, alter, modify