Added 9 October 2026
disarray
/dɪsəˈɹeɪ/ noun
noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about disarray at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
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A mental state characterized by a lack of clear and orderly thought and behavior.
a confusion of impressions
- Untidiness (especially of clothing and appearance).
verb
Origin
From Middle English disareyen (“to disarray”), from Middle French desarroyer, from Old French desareer, from des- (“dis-”) + areer (“to array”).
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