derange
|de-range|
C1
/dɪˈreɪndʒ/
mentally disturbed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'derange' originates from French, specifically the word 'déranger,' where 'dé-' meant 'away' and 'ranger' meant 'to arrange.'
Historical Evolution
'déranger' transformed into the English word 'derange' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to disturb the arrangement,' but over time it evolved to include the meaning of causing mental disturbance.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to disturb the order or arrangement of something.
The storm deranged the carefully arranged garden.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45