discompose Meaning, Definition & Usage

Dis`com*pose" transitive verb

Etymology

Pref. dis- + compose: cf. OF. decomposer, F. décomposer.

Wordforms

imperfect & past participle Discomposed ; present participle & verbal noun Discomposing

Definitions

1. To disarrange; to interfere with; to disturb; to disorder; to unsettle; to break up.

   Or discomposed the headdress of a prude. Pope.

2. To throw into disorder; to ruffle; to destroy the composure or equanimity; to agitate.

   Opposition . . . discomposeth the mind's serenity. Glanvill.

3. To put out of place or service; to discharge; to displace. Obs. Bacon. Syn. -- To disorder; derange; unsettle; disturb; disconcert; agitate; ruffle; fret; vex.