Meaning of the word disorient in English
What does disorient mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
disorient
US /dɪˈsɔːr.i.ən.t/
UK /dɪˈsɔː.ri.ən.t/
Verb
1.
to make someone confused about where they are or which direction they are going
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The thick fog began to disorient the hikers.
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The spinning lights can disorient you quickly.
2.
to make someone feel confused or lost mentally
Example:
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The sudden change in policy served to disorient the staff.
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Jet lag can disorient travelers for several days.