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disorderly

/dɪsˈɔː.də.li/

noun

Meaning

  • A person who acts in a disorderly manner.

adjective

Meaning

  • Not in order; marked by disorder or disarray.

    "The books and papers are in a disorderly state."

  • Not acting in an orderly way, as the functions of the body or mind.

  • Not complying with the restraints of order and law; unruly; lawless.

    "disorderly people; disorderly assemblies"

  • Offensive to good morals and public decency.

    "a disorderly house"

adverb

Meaning

  • In a confused or lawless manner.