disconnected
Americanadjective
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not coherent; seemingly irrational.
a disconnected argument.
- Synonyms:
- disjointed, incoherent, rambling, confused
adjective
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not rationally connected; confused or incoherent
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not connected or joined
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of disconnected
First recorded in 1775–85; disconnect + -ed 2
Example Sentences
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However, because they are disconnected from any external reality, such structures have no grounding and are inherently dangerous.
From Slate • May 5, 2026
He also reaches millions of people who are otherwise disconnected from Democratic messaging.
From Salon • May 2, 2026
“They want to come across as disconnected to it, not committed to it.”
From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026
This has come against the background of severe internet restrictions that monitor Netblocks said was a blackout that had now left Iranians disconnected from global networks for 53 days.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
“I mean, all the letters were returned, her phone’s disconnected, she’s never tried to find any of you, not even Joaquin. What if she just wants to stay gone?”
From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway
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