No. 9,619 in French
déroute
"Déroute" means "rout" or "chaotic defeat" in English.
In a sentence
La déroute des troupes ennemies était complète après leur défaite.
The rout of the enemy troops was complete after their defeat.
In this sentence, 'déroute' is used as a noun meaning 'rout' or 'complete defeat', often in a military context.
Ses efforts pour organiser la fête se sont terminés en déroute.
Her efforts to organize the party ended in disarray.
Here, 'déroute' conveys a sense of chaos or failure in organizing an event.
La déroute financière de la société a inquiété les investisseurs.
The company's financial downfall worried the investors.
In this instance, 'déroute' indicates a significant failure or downturn, specifically in financial matters.
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