disorientation |
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| 1. | [ noun ] (psychology) a wild delusion (especially one induced by a hallucinogenic drug) | |
| Synonyms: | freak_out | |
| Related terms: | delusion | |
| 2. | [ noun ] (psychology) confusion (usually transient) about where you are and how to proceed; uncertainty as to direction | |
| Examples: | "his disorientation was the result of inattention" |
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| Related terms: | confusion culture_shock disorient | |
| Similar spelling: |
disorienting disorientate disoriented discrimination discriminating |
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