Jumbled: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when things are mixed together in a messy or disordered way.

• My desk is so jumbled with papers and books that I can't find anything
• The kids' toys were jumbled in a heap on the floor

Used to describe a state of being unable to think clearly or understand something.

• I felt confused during the math class because I didn't understand the lesson
• She was confused by the instructions and didn't know what to do

Similar to 'confused', it often implies a more emotional or personal state of confusion, commonly used in informal contexts.

• He got the appointment times mixed up and showed up late
• She's been really mixed up since her friend moved away

Used for situations where there is a lack of order or structure, often leading to inefficiency.

• His approach to managing the project was very disorganized, causing delays
• The event was disorganized, and attendees didn't know where to go

This is used the same way as the previous 'jumbled.'

• The clothes were jumbled in the suitcase after the long trip.

This is best used when referring to a situation where things or people are confused with one another, often leading to mistakes or misunderstandings.

• There was a mix-up at the airport, and they lost my luggage.
• The mix-up with the reservations resulted in double booking the table.

Best used when talking about rearranging the order of things, often randomly. It also implies moving things around without any particular plan.

• He shuffled the deck of cards before dealing.
• They shuffled the papers on the desk to make more space.

Ideal for situations where things are hurriedly and chaotically put together or done. It often describes a rushed and disorganized way of handling something.

• She had to scramble to finish her project before the deadline.
• The students scrambled to find their seats before the class started.