derangement

[dih-reynj-muhnt]

noun

1. the act of deranging.

2. insanity.

3. disarrangement; disorder.

Word History and Origins

Origin of derangement¹

From the French word dérangement, dating back to 1730–40. See derange, -ment

Example Sentences

It’s scary to contemplate such derangement, but to understand his policies, we must view them in the context of the mental illness from which they emanate.

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On Thursday, Trump got angry and accused Musk of having "Trump derangement syndrome" on camera.

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That also provoked an angry broadside from Trump, who called the former Marine general a "lowlife" with "Trump derangement syndrome" in a Truth Social post.

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Trump’s derangement shines forth more brilliantly every day, so she’s getting a constant stream of great material to work with.

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Ah, autumn: the season of pumpkin-spice everything, falling leaves and poll derangement syndrome.

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