Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dysfunction
noun
/dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/
Definition
A condition in which something is not functioning normally or properly.
Examples
- The patient’s symptoms indicated a dysfunction in the liver.
- Communication dysfunction can lead to misunderstandings in relationships.
- There are various types of sexual dysfunction that can affect individuals.
Meaning
Dysfunction refers to a disruption in the normal functioning of a system, often used in the context of biological, psychological, or social systems.
Synonyms
- malfunction
- disorder
- impairment
- anomaly
