Definition of Dysfunction

failure of something work or behave properly

Examples of Dysfunction in a sentence

Dysfunction of the temporal lobe can cause several serious symptoms including inability to understand language.  🔊

Family dysfunction led to drug use by the oldest son and a life of crime for the youngest.  🔊

Kidney dysfunction required the patient to have dialysis three times a week.  🔊

Drinking too much alcohol over a long period of time caused liver dysfunction in the alcoholic.  🔊

Treating the man’s sexual dysfunction required medication as well as psychotherapy.  🔊

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