disordered assemblies

[/dɪˈsɔrdərd əˈsɛmbliz/]
nounpl: disordered assemblies
assembleias desordenadas
1. Gatherings or meetings characterized by lack of organization, discipline, or proper conduct; chaotic congregations where rules are not followed
The disordered assemblies in the parliament made it difficult to pass any legislation.
As assembleias desordenadas no parlamento dificultaram a aprovação de qualquer legislação.
2. Collections or arrangements of people or things lacking systematic order or coherent structure
The disordered assemblies of materials on the warehouse floor created safety hazards.
As assembleias desordenadas de materiais no piso do armazém criaram riscos de segurança.
3. In historical contexts, unauthorized or tumultuous public gatherings
The authorities sought to prevent disordered assemblies that could lead to civil unrest.
As autoridades procuraram prevenir assembleias desordenadas que pudessem levar a distúrbios civis.
This term is frequently used in political and legislative discourse in both Brazil and Portugal to describe parliamentary sessions or public meetings that lack proper decorum. In Brazilian media, it often refers to controversial political gatherings or street protests that become uncontrolled. The phrase carries negative connotations and is typically used by authorities or officials criticizing the conduct of assemblies.
NYC Slang
chaotic meet-ups, messy assemblies
Synonyms / Sinônimos
chaotic gatheringsdisorganized meetingstumultuous assembliesunruly congregationsconfused gatherings
Antonyms / Antônimos
orderly assembliesorganized meetingsstructured gatheringsdisciplined assemblies

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
assembleias desordenadas
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
assembleias bagunçadas
More informal, colloquial alternative using 'bagunçadas' (messed up)
Rio de Janeiro
assembleias em desordem
Common phrasing emphasizing the state of disorder
Portugal
assembleias desordenadas
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; formal usage in legislative contexts

Related Words

assemblydisorderchaoscongregationgatheringmeetingdisorganizedunruly

Related Idioms & Phrases

out of order
in disarray
every man for himself
bedlam broke loose
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