# unorganized

/əˈnɔɹɡəˌnaɪzd/ (US) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/unorganized
Updated: 2026-05-25

## Definition

not having a clear plan or system for how things are done. You use this to describe someone who is messy or a group that has no leader.

For teachers: lacking a systematic plan or structure; not having a formal system of coordination. Often describes individuals who are disorganized or groups without a central authority.

## Examples

- The meeting was a total mess because the team was unorganized.
- The protest was initially unorganized, but it eventually grew into a large, coordinated movement with clear demands.
- While the initial data collection was chaotic and unorganized, the researchers eventually developed a standardized protocol that allowed for meaningful long-term analysis.

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