B2
disordered vs disorderly
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| disorderedadjective/dɪˈsɔːr.dərd/ | Meaning messy, or not working in the normal way | Goes with — | Example The room was disordered, with clothes and books all over the floor. |
| disorderlyadjective/dɪsˈɔːr.dər.li/ | Meaning behaving in a noisy, rough way that breaks the rules, or being in a messy state | Goes with disorderly conduct | Example Two men were arrested for disorderly behavior outside the stadium. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The room was , with clothes and books all over the floor.