This is the 5576th most frequent Chinese word.
凌
"凌" means "to approach, surpass, or to endure frost or cold."
In this sentence, '凌乱' incorporates '凌' to express an untidy or disordered state.
天空中凌乱的云彩预示着即将到来的暴风雨。
The scattered clouds in the sky indicate the upcoming storm.
Here, '凌' in '凌绝顶' signifies surpassing or going beyond the peak.
我登高望远，凌绝顶心旷神怡。
Standing atop the peak, I feel relaxed and delighted.
'凌' in '凌人' expresses a domineering or overbearing manner.