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disorientation

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As a noun, disorientation means the loss of one's sense of direction, or of one's position in relationship with the surroundings.

Meanings of disorientation

5 meanings

noun

  1. The loss of one's sense of direction, or of one's position in relationship with the surroundings.

  2. A state of confusion with regard to time, place or identity.

  3. A delusion.

  4. A wild delusion (especially one induced by a hallucinogenic drug)

    Similar: freak out

  5. Confusion (usually transient) about where you are and how to proceed; uncertainty as to direction

    “his disorientation was the result of inattention”

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noun: a wild delusion (especially one induced by a hallucinogen…
freak out

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