disorder meaning and definition

DISORDER noun

Definition of disorder (noun)

1. a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning
   • "the doctor prescribed some medicine for the disorder"; "everyone gets stomach upsets from time to time"
   • synonyms: upset
2. a condition in which things are not in their expected places
   • "the files are in complete disorder"
   • synonyms: disorderliness
   • antonym: order
3. a disturbance of the peace or of public order
   • antonym: order

DISORDER verb

Definition of disorder (verb)

1. disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed
   • "She was rather perturbed by the news that her father was seriously ill"
   • synonyms: cark, disquiet, distract, perturb, trouble, unhinge
2. bring disorder to
   • synonyms: disarray
   • antonym: order