disorientation

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a wild delusion (especially one induced by a hallucinogenic drug)
  2. noun confusion (usually transient) about where you are and how to proceed; uncertainty as to direction

Etymology

From dis- + orientation or perhaps disorientate + -ation.

In classic literature

Synonyms

freak out

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