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disorderly

1 antonyms and opposites of disorderly, grouped by meaning.

Adjective — Messy or lacking any clear organization.

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How to use disorderly

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disorderly conduct disorderly crowd

Etymology

From disorder plus the adjective-forming suffix -ly.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “disorderly” mean?

The word “disorderly” means messy or lacking any clear organization. In plain terms, either messy/unorganized, or, in a legal sense, behaving in a way that disturbs public order.

How do you pronounce “disorderly”?

“Disorderly” is pronounced dihs-AW-duh-lee (/dɪsˈɔː.də.li/ in IPA).

How do you use “disorderly” in a sentence?

Here is “disorderly” used in a sentence: “The room was left in a disorderly state after the party.”

What is another word for “disorderly”?

Words with a similar meaning to “disorderly” include chaotic, cluttered, messy, ree-raw, riotous and tempestuous.

What is the opposite of “disorderly”?

The opposite of “disorderly” — its antonyms — is orderly.

What part of speech is “disorderly”?

“Disorderly” is an adjective.

Is “disorderly” a common word?

“Disorderly” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

How many meanings does “disorderly” have?

“Disorderly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: messy or lacking any clear organization.

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