Untidily: meaning, definitions and examples

Use when something is not arranged neatly or is messy but still somewhat manageable.

• She untidily piled the books on her desk.
• The clothes were scattered untidily on the floor.

Indicates that something is done in a messy way, often leaving a lot of clutter or dirt.

• He ate the cake messily, getting frosting all over his face.
• She painted her portrait messily, with colors splattered everywhere.

Used to describe a situation where there is a lack of order, often implying a disturbance or lack of control, may have a negative connotation.

• The meeting ended in a disorderly manner with everyone talking over each other.
• His locker was so disorderly that it was difficult to find anything.

Implies a lack of any order or predictability, often suggesting confusion or panic.

• The papers were strewn chaotically across the room after the wind blew through the window.
• The party ended chaotically, with everyone running around trying to find their belongings.

This word is often used to describe a general state of disarray, where things are not placed neatly. It implies a lack of order but doesn't necessarily suggest chaos.

• She packed her suitcase untidily because she was in a hurry.
• The shelves were filled untidily with books and trinkets.

This is a general term that describes a place or situation that is not clean and organized. It can also refer to personal hygiene or appearance, and often has a negative implication.

• Her room is always messy with clothes all over the floor.
• After the party, the kitchen was incredibly messy.

This term is used when items or plans lack a clear, logical order. It implies inefficiency and possibly confusion, having a negative connotation.

• The disorganized files made it hard to find important documents.
• His approach to project management is very disorganized.

Use this word when a space is filled with too many items, making it hard to find things or move around. It often has a negative connotation and implies an overwhelming amount of stuff.

• Her desk was so cluttered that she couldn’t find her notebook.
• The garage is cluttered with old bikes and boxes.