English Synonym Finder

derange

Definitions

To throw into confusion or disorder; to disarrange.

To cause to become insane or mentally unbalanced.

Examples

The constant noise began to derange his thoughts, making it impossible to focus on his work.

The sudden loss of his fortune seemed to derange him, leading to erratic behavior that worried his family.

Synonyms

unhinge disturb unsettle disorder confuse muddle disarrange

Antonyms

organize stabilize order arrange settle compose balance