Definitions
n. A dirty or untidy state or collection of things.
脏乱；杂乱
n. A situation full of problems or confusion.
困境；混乱局面
v. To make something untidy or spoil it, usually with up.
弄乱；弄糟
Example
The kitchen was a mess after we baked biscuits.
我们烤完饼干后，厨房一片狼藉。
Without clear responsibilities, a community project can quickly become a mess, wasting both time and resources.
如果职责不清，社区项目很快就可能陷入混乱，既浪费时间又浪费资源。
Collocations
- make a mess
- in a mess
- mess up
Word family
- messy (adj.)
- messily (adv.)
Synonyms
- disorder
Antonyms
- order
Usage tip
常说make a mess；mess up可指弄乱或搞砸。
FAQ
- What does mess mean?
- A dirty or untidy state or collection of things. A situation full of problems or confusion. To make something untidy or spoil it, usually with up.
- How is mess pronounced?
- UK /mes/, US /mes/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
