What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unjointed
Example
The unjointed pieces of the puzzle made it difficult to complete. [unjointed: adjective]
Example
His unjointed speech failed to convince the audience. [unjointed: adjective]
disjointed
Example
The disjointed bones in his arm required surgery to fix. [disjointed: adjective]
Example
Her essay was disjointed and lacked a clear structure. [disjointed: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Disjointed is more commonly used than unjointed in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unjointed and disjointed?
Both unjointed and disjointed are relatively formal words, but disjointed is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
