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Disentangled: meaning, definitions and examples

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disentangled

 

[ dɪsɪnˈtæŋɡəld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

untangle complexities

Disentangled is the past tense of disentangle, meaning to free something from entanglement or confusion. It often relates to situations where things are twisted or caught together, whether physically or metaphorically. For example, in problem-solving, one may work to disentangle various factors that contribute to a complex issue, clarifying each element involved. The term is widely used in both everyday language and specialized fields like psychology, literature, and law.

Synonyms

clear, remove, unravel, untangle

Examples of usage

  • She disentangled the knot in her necklace.
  • The detective worked tirelessly to disentangle the clues.
  • After much discussion, they finally disentangled their differing perspectives.

Translations

Translations of the word "disentangled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desentrela

🇮🇳 अलग किया हुआ

🇩🇪 entwirrt

🇮🇩 terpisah

🇺🇦 розплутаний

🇵🇱 rozplątany

🇯🇵 絡みが解けた

🇫🇷 défait

🇪🇸 desenredado

🇹🇷 çözülmüş

🇰🇷 얽힌 것이 풀린

🇸🇦 مفكوك

🇨🇿 rozpletený

🇸🇰 rozpletený

🇨🇳 解开的

🇸🇮 razvitem

🇮🇸 afvöndu

🇰🇿 бұралған

🇬🇪 გადატანილი

🇦🇿 ayrılmış

🇲🇽 desenredado

Word origin

The term 'disentangle' originates from the prefix 'dis-', meaning removal, combined with 'entangle', which has roots in Old French 'entangler', meaning 'to ensnare'. The word has evolved since its first recorded use in the early 17th century. It reflects the complexity of various situations, whether they are physical, like strings and ropes, or abstract, such as emotions and thoughts. In modern usage, 'disentangled' conveys clarity and resolution, highlighting the importance of simplifying intricate scenarios. Its applications span multiple domains, including problem-solving, legal discourse, and emotional resolution, making it a versatile term in the English language.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,062 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.