disorder · noun /dɪˈsɔːr.dər/
Word family
Nouns: order, disorder, orderly
Adjectives: orderly, disorderly
Verbs: order
disorder (ILLNESS)
C1 C an illness or medical condition
Dictionary example:
a mental/physical disorder
Learner example:
We should react at an early stage of an eating disorder by watching ourselves, consulting a doctor and going to the fitness center. (International English Language Testing System; C1; French)
disorder (BAD BEHAVIOR)
C1 U uncontrolled, bad behavior, especially by large groups of people
Dictionary examples:
crime and disorder
public/civil disorder
Learner example:
Although the transport facilities are good, the neighborhood has become increasingly dangerous, with numerous incidents of attacks and public disorder. (International English Language Testing System; C1; Spanish)
disorder (NOT ORGANIZED)
C2 U when things are untidy or confused and not organized
Dictionary example:
His finances are in complete disorder.
Learner example:
My home might, [to] an outsider, give the feeling of complete disorder, not to say craziness, but I can assure you that it was not true at all. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Polish)
