disorientation
noun C2
Plain meaning
confusion about where you are or what is happening
Exam-register meaning
In formal or high-level texts, it is used to describe confusion about where you are or what is happening, often with a precise or specialised tone.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned disorientation as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines disorientation in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear disorientationevidence of disorientationwidespread disorientation
Watch out
Do not use “disorientation” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.