dysfunction

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/dɪsˈfʌŋk.ʃən/ English

Definitions

noun

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.

verb

To fail to function correctly; to malfunction.

Related words

Synonyms

miscarriage erection hard-on boner injury disorder unrest breakdown disturbance disruption perturbation trouble deficiency mishap malfunctioning malfunction

Antonyms

eufunction function

Associated

sacroiliac erectile viagra diastolic libido impotence biofeedback incontinence penile ejaculation systolic neuropathy

Rhymes

function conjunction unction compunction injunction malfunction exponential function mathematical function coordinating conjunction subordinating conjunction

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