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- [dih-reynj-muh nt]
- /dɪˈreɪndʒ mənt/
- /dɪˈreɪndʒd/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [dih-reynj-muh nt]
- /dɪˈreɪndʒ mənt/
Definitions of derangement word
- uncountable noun derangement Derangement is the state of being mentally ill and unable to think or act in a controlled way. 3
- noun derangement the act of deranging or state of being deranged 3
- noun derangement disorder or confusion 3
- noun derangement a mental disorder or serious mental disturbance 3
- noun derangement the act of deranging. 1
- noun derangement insanity. 1
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Origin of derangement
First appearance:
before 1730 One of the 48% newest English words
From the French word dérangement, dating back to 1730-40. See derange, -ment
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Parts of speech for Derangement
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
derangement popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 88% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for derangement
noun derangement
- jumble — to mix in a confused mass; put or throw together without order: You've jumbled up all the cards.
- disorder — lack of order or regular arrangement; confusion: Your room is in utter disorder.
- muddle — to mix up in a confused or bungling manner; jumble.
- lunacy — insanity; mental disorder.
- dementia — Dementia is a serious illness of the mind.
Antonyms for derangement
noun derangement
- order — an authoritative direction or instruction; command; mandate.
- organization — the act or process of organizing.
- sanity — the state of being sane; soundness of mind.
- organisation — the act or process of organizing.
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