dysfunctional

• Descreve algo que funciona de forma anormal ou incorreta; usado com frequência para sistemas, relações ou organizações que estão prejudicados ou quebrados.

Describes something that is not operating normally or properly; often used to refer to systems, relationships, or organizations that are impaired or broken.

1. Impaired bodily functionB2formalmedical

   Describes an organ or bodily system that is not working properly or is impaired.

   Função prejudicada

   • The patient was diagnosed with a dysfunctional thyroid gland.
   • Chronic stress can lead to a dysfunctional immune system.
   • The scan revealed a dysfunctional kidney that required treatment.

   Sinônimosabnormaldefectivedisorderedimpairedmalfunctioningnonfunctionalpathological

2. Failing to serve a purposeB2formal

   Describes a trait, condition, or system that does not fulfill its intended or adaptive function.

   Disfuncional

   • The company's dysfunctional management structure led to its downfall.
   • Their relationship became dysfunctional due to constant miscommunication.
   • A dysfunctional family dynamic can affect children's development.

   Sinônimosbrokendefectivefaultyimpairedinoperativemalfunctioningnonfunctionalunserviceableuseless

   Antônimoseffectiveefficientfunctionaloperativeworking