Discomposed: meaning, definitions and examples

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discomposed

 

[ ˈdɪs.kəm.pəʊzd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

emotional state

Discomposed refers to a state of agitation or disturbance, often resulting from stress or anxiety. It describes a person who is visibly unsettled or disordered, lacking the composure typically expected in stressful situations. Someone who is discomposed may exhibit signs of frustration, confusion, or chaos in their demeanor. This term is often used to illustrate moments when individuals do not maintain their usual calmness or poise.

Synonyms

agitated, disordered, disturbed, unsettled

Examples of usage

  • She felt discomposed during the unexpected interview.
  • He was completely discomposed by the sudden news.
  • The discomposed atmosphere in the room was palpable.

Translations

Translations of the word "discomposed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 descomposto

🇮🇳 बिगड़ा हुआ

🇩🇪 zerlegt

🇮🇩 terurai

🇺🇦 дискомпонований

🇵🇱 zdekomponowany

🇯🇵 分解された

🇫🇷 décomposé

🇪🇸 descompuesto

🇹🇷 dağılmış

🇰🇷 분해된

🇸🇦 مفكك

🇨🇿 rozložený

🇸🇰 rozložený

🇨🇳 分解的

🇸🇮 razkrojen

🇮🇸 upphlutinn

🇰🇿 бұзылған

🇬🇪 დაშლილი

🇦🇿 parçalanmış

🇲🇽 descompuesto

Word origin

The term 'discomposed' originates from the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of', combined with 'composed', which derives from Latin 'componere', meaning 'to put together'. The use of 'discomposed' has been noted as early as the 17th century, reflecting a transition in language where feelings of agitation or disturbance were being explored in literature and common speech. Over time, its usage has expanded to cover not just physical disarray, but also emotional and mental states, emphasizing its versatile application in describing both personal and social discontent.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,723 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.