Dysfunction Definition

dĭs-fŭngkshən
noun
Abnormal, impaired, or incomplete functioning, as of a bodily organ or part.
Webster's New World
Failure to achieve or sustain a behavioral norm or expected condition, as in a social relationship.
American Heritage Medicine

A failure to function in an expected or complete manner. Usually refers to a disorder in a bodily organ (e.g. erectile dysfunction), a mental disorder, or the improper behavior of a social group.

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Noun

Singular:
dysfunction
Plural:
dysfunctions

Origin of Dysfunction

Dysfunction Sentence Examples

  • These drugs should be used with caution in people with liver dysfunction.

  • The drug overwhelms the liver causing dysfunction.

  • It seems reasonable considering the symptoms of autism that dysfunction in these neurons are causes, but newer research has found that while there is a delay, mirror neurons function normally in individuals with autism.

  • The data indicate that there is a tendency toward primary thyroid dysfunction in Down 's syndrome.

  • The mechanisms behind certain sexual problems such as erectile dysfunction may differ from person to person and there are herbal supplements that can address some of these issues.

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Words Starting With

DDYDYS

Words Ending With

NONION

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dysfunction

Words Starting With D and Ending With N

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11 Letter Words11 Letter Words Starting With D11 Letter Words Ending With N