Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

disoriented

adjective

/ˌdɪsˈɔːrientɪd/

Definition

Having lost one’s sense of direction or feeling confused about one’s surroundings.

Examples

After the sudden turn of events, she felt completely disoriented.
The bright lights and loud noises made him disoriented in the bustling city.
Following the surgery, he was slightly disoriented and needed assistance moving around.

Meaning

To be disoriented is to feel lost or unable to understand one’s position in a given space or situation, often due to a lack of familiarity or sudden changes.