dysfunction

• Substantivo que designa qualquer perturbação, distúrbio ou desvio no funcionamento normal de um órgão, parte do corpo ou sistema social.

A noun referring to any disturbance, impairment, or abnormality in the normal functioning of an organ, body part, or social system.

1. Medical dysfunctionB2formalmedical

   A disturbance or impairment in the functioning of an organ or body part.

   Disfunção médica

   • The patient was diagnosed with a kidney dysfunction.
   • Liver dysfunction can lead to serious health complications.
   • The doctor is treating a dysfunction of the thyroid gland.

   Sinônimosabnormalitydisorderdisturbancefailureimpairmentmalfunction

2. Social dysfunctionB2formal

   A disturbance or impairment in the functioning of a social group, relationship, or system.

   Disfunção social

   • The family's dysfunction was evident in their constant arguments.
   • Political dysfunction often leads to a lack of progress.
   • The team's dysfunction prevented them from achieving their goals.

   Sinônimosbreakdowndisintegrationdisorderdisruptiondisturbancefailureimpairmentmalfunction

   Antônimosfunctionharmonyorderstability