disorganized

adjective dis·or·ga·nized \-ˌnīzd\

: not arranged or planned in a particular way

: not having parts arranged in a neat and effective way

: not able to keep things arranged in a neat or effective way

Full Definition of DISORGANIZED

: lacking coherence, system, or central guiding agency : not organized <disorganized work habits>

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DISORGANIZED Defined for Kids

adjective dis·or·ga·nized \dis-ˈȯr-gə-ˌnīzd\

: not having order <a disorganized desk>

: not able to manage or plan things well <disorganized students>

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