dysfunction
noun/dɪsˈfʌŋkʃn/
/dɪsˈfʌŋkʃn/
[uncountable, countable]- (medical) the fact of a part of the body not working as it should
- The inflammation can lead to organ dysfunction if not treated.
- renal/cognitive dysfunction
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- the situation when the relationships within a society, family, etc. are not working as they should
- a tale of loneliness and family dysfunction
- Society’s dysfunctions can lead to many other problems.
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