Sekirov Dictionary

dysfunction

/dɪsˈfʌŋk.ʃən/

noun 1
verb 1
forms 3

noun1

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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.
- We next consider the cognification of interpersonal dysfunctions in treating clinical depression. — 2005

verb1

(nonstandard) To fail to function correctly; to malfunction.

forms

dysfunctioned · dysfunctioning · dysfunctions

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