aglee

[uh-glee]

aglee Definition

in a state of confusion or disarray; askew.

Using aglee: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aglee" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The picture frame was knocked over and now it's hanging aglee.

  • Example

    The storm left everything in the garden aglee.

  • Example

    The bookshelf was pushed aglee by the movers.

Origins of aglee

from Scottish Gaelic 'glee', meaning 'squint'

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Summary: aglee in Brief

'Aglee' [uh-glee] is an adverb that describes something that is in a state of confusion or disarray, or askew. It is often used to describe objects that have been knocked over or moved out of place, as in 'The picture frame was knocked over and now it's hanging aglee.' The word comes from Scottish Gaelic 'glee', meaning 'squint'.