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Definition of disjointed

disjointed

/dɪsˈdʒɔɪn.tɪd/
dis · joint · ed

Adverb:disjointedly
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• adjective

1

Lacking a coherent sequence, logical connection, or smooth flow.

Example

"The witness gave a disjointed account of the evening's events, making it difficult to establish a clear timeline."


2

Separated at the joints; dislocated or pulled apart.

Example

"The antique wooden puppet lay in the box with its limbs completely disjointed."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in late Middle English as the participial adjective of 'disjoint', deriving from Old French 'desjoint' (past participle of 'desjoindre', meaning 'to separate'), ultimately from Latin 'disiungere' ('to unyoke' or 'to part').

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