unorganized

adjective

un·​or·​ga·​nized ˌən-ˈȯr-gə-ˌnīzd How to pronounce unorganized (audio)
1
: not organized: such as
a
: not brought into a coherent or well-ordered whole
b
: not belonging to a labor union
2
: not having the characteristics of a living organism

Examples of unorganized in a Sentence

These industries usually employ unorganized workers.
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The numbers in these early examples may be small, but as labor unions continue to expand their reach into previously unorganized sectors, expect to see a greater emphasis on fair pay, better working conditions, and broader social benefits for workers. Aparna Rae, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025 Bathrooms that appear messy or unorganized often have products in them that don't belong in a bathroom. Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2024 Pen holder An abundance of art supplies can quickly turn into a massive unorganized mess. Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 1 Dec. 2024 But if Black precincts are unorganized and have no delegates, those areas aren't represented by anyone. Alexandria Sands, Axios, 25 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unorganized 

Word History

First Known Use

1653, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of unorganized was in 1653

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“Unorganized.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unorganized. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

unorganized

adjective
un·​or·​ga·​nized ˌən-ˈȯr-gə-ˌnīzd How to pronounce unorganized (audio)
ˈən-
: not organized: as
a
: not formed or brought into an ordered whole
b
: not organized into unions
unorganized labor

Medical Definition

unorganized

adjective
un·​or·​ga·​nized
variants also British unorganised
: not organized : lacking order or coherence
unorganized delusions

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