English Explanatory Dictionary

disorderly

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Not in order; marked by disorder or disarray.
  2. Not acting in an orderly way, as the functions of the body or mind.
  3. Not complying with the restraints of order and law; unruly; lawless.
  4. Offensive to good morals and public decency.
noun
  1. A person who acts in a disorderly manner.
adv
  1. In a confused or lawless manner.

Pronunciation

/dɪsˈɔː.də.li/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-disorderly.wav

Word forms

disorderly more disorderly most disorderly disorderlies

Etymology

From disorder + -ly (adjectival suffix) or from dis- + orderly.

Synonyms

chaotic cluttered disorderly messy ree-raw riotous sluttish tempestuous tumultuary tumultuous turbulent untidy

Antonyms

orderly

Related words

disorder

Derived words

disorderlily disorderliness disorderly conduct disorderly house drunk and disorderly undisorderly
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