disorient

/dɪsˈɔriˌɛnt/
verb
  1. To cause someone to lose their sense of direction or position.
    • Getting off the subway in a new city can disorient even experienced travelers.
    • The sudden darkness after the power outage disoriented everyone in the room.
    • The thick fog disoriented the hikers, and they couldn't find the trail.
  2. To confuse someone or make them feel uncertain about what is happening.
    • Jet lag can disorient you for a day or two after a long flight.
    • The rapid changes in company policy disoriented the employees.
    • The loud noise and flashing lights disoriented the audience during the play.
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