disorderly

Not in order; marked by disorder or disarray.

The books and papers are in a disorderly state.

This one is surmounted by a clock-tower with a bent weather-vane - the latter being the only disorderly object in sight.

Not acting in an orderly way, as the functions of the body or mind.

Not complying with the restraints of order and law; unruly; lawless.

disorderly people; disorderly assemblies

The teacher sat at one end of the bench, with a meek little fellow by his side. When the others were disorderly, this young martyr received a rap; intended, probably, as a sample of what the rest might expect, if they didn't amend.

Offensive to good morals and public decency.

a disorderly house

A person who acts in a disorderly manner.

The police are allowed one shilling a-head upon all disorderlies who are discharged by the magistrates upon payment of expenses. The number so discharged are about a third of the number in custody.

In a confused or lawless manner.