Associations to the word «Dysfunctional»

Wiktionary

DYSFUNCTIONAL, adjective. Functioning incorrectly or abnormally; especially, designating of a family or social group with strange or abnormal behavior.

Dictionary definition

DYSFUNCTIONAL, adjective. Impaired in function; especially of a bodily system or organ.
DYSFUNCTIONAL, adjective. (of a trait or condition) failing to serve an adjustive purpose; "dysfunctional behavior".

Wise words

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