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Definition of 'dysfunctional'

Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (adj.) dysfunctional
unable to function normally.

2. dysfunctional
characterized by abnormal or impaired functioning:
a dysfunctional family.

Etymology: (1945–50)

Definition of 'dysfunctional'

Princeton's WordNet

1. (adj) dysfunctional
impaired in function; especially of a bodily system or organ

2. (adj) dysfunctional, nonadaptive
(of a trait or condition) failing to serve an adjustive purpose
"dysfunctional behavior"

'dysfunctional' - Nearby Entries
dyscrasia dysdercus dysentery dysfunction dysfunctional dysgenesis dysgenic

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