dislocated Definition
- 1having been displaced from the correct or original position
- 2having a joint forced out of its normal position
Using dislocated: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dislocated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He suffered a dislocated shoulder in the accident.
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The painting was dislocated from its frame during the move.
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The company's operations were dislocated by the pandemic.
dislocated Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for dislocated
- misaligned
- displaced
- dislodged
- out of joint
Antonyms for dislocated
- aligned
- in place
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Summary: dislocated in Brief
The term 'dislocated' [dɪsˈləʊkeɪtɪd] refers to something that has been displaced from its original position, such as a joint that has been forced out of place. It can also describe a situation where normal operations have been disrupted, as in 'The company's operations were dislocated by the pandemic.' Synonyms include 'misaligned' and 'displaced,' while antonyms include 'aligned' and 'in place.'
