turvy

/ˈtɜrvi/

Definitions

1. adjective

upside down or in a state of confusion or disorder

“The classroom was in a bit of a turvy state after the students got up from their seats.”

2. verb

to turn or throw something upside down

“She turvied the tablecloth, revealing the messy state underneath.”

3. noun

a state of confusion or disorder

“The turvy in the city’s streets made it difficult for people to navigate.”

Synonyms

  • confused
  • disordered
  • upside down

Antonyms

  • orderly
  • organized