Disorientation ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Disorientation ( noun )

A state of confusion or lack of direction.

Origin:

Late 18th century: from french désorientation, from dés- (expressing negation) + orientation.

Examples:

1. The sudden blackout caused disorientation among the passengers on the plane.
2. Moving to a new city can often lead to disorientation and a sense of being lost.
3. After being unconscious for several hours, he awoke with a feeling of disorientation.
4. The disorientation of the elderly person was due to their recent move to a nursing home.
5. The confusing maze of streets in the city center caused disorientation for the tourist.

(As a verb)

Disorientation ( verb )

A state of confusion or lack of direction.

Origin:

Late 18th century: from french désorientation, from dés- (expressing negation) + orientation.

Examples:

1. The sudden blackout caused disorientation among the passengers on the plane.
2. Moving to a new city can often lead to disorientation and a sense of being lost.
3. After being unconscious for several hours, he awoke with a feeling of disorientation.
4. The disorientation of the elderly person was due to their recent move to a nursing home.
5. The confusing maze of streets in the city center caused disorientation for the tourist.