Dictionary Entry

mess

noun

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Meaning

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A state of untidiness or disorder; a situation that is confused or disorganized.

Example Sentence

After the children played, the kitchen was a complete mess of toys and food.

Usage Note

Describes a state of untidiness, disorder, or confusion in a place or situation. Can also be used as a verb meaning to make something untidy or disorganized.

Synonyms

untidiness disorder clutter chaos jumble shambles

Antonyms

tidiness order neatness organization cleanliness