noun
- Plural of dysfunction; abnormal or impaired functioning of a body part, organ, or system.
- Plural of dysfunction; problems or failures in the normal operation of a system, organization, or relationship.
Usage: Medical/clinical context
Usage: General/social context
Examples
- The patient's dysfunctions in kidney function required immediate medical attention.
- The company's dysfunctions became apparent after the merger.
- Sexual dysfunctions can often be treated with therapy or medication.
- Family dysfunctions sometimes stem from poor communication patterns.
- The dysfunctions in the electrical system caused the building to lose power.
- Cognitive dysfunctions may develop as a side effect of the medication.