Dysfunction definition
Failure to achieve or sustain a behavioral norm or expected condition, as in a social relationship.
noun
Abnormal or impaired functioning of a bodily system or organ.
noun
Failure to achieve or sustain a behavioral norm or expected condition, as in a social relationship.
noun
Abnormal or impaired functioning of a bodily system or organ.
noun
Abnormal, impaired, or incomplete functioning, as of a bodily organ or part.
noun
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Dysfunction is defined as an abnormality or impairment, or a deviation from accepted social behavior.
When your kidneys are not able to filter out waste, this is an example of kidney dysfunction.
When a group of teens engages in drinking and other unwanted behaviors, this is an example of dysfunction.
noun
Other Word Forms
Noun
Singular:
dysfunction
Plural:
dysfunctionsOrigin of dysfunction
- dys- + function
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