dysfunctional
English
Etymology
From dysfunction + -al.
Adjective
dysfunctional (comparative more dysfunctional, superlative most dysfunctional)
- Not performing its proper or intended function.
- Functioning incorrectly or abnormally; especially, designating of a business, family or social group with harmful, aberrant, strange or abnormal behavior.
Usage notes
Used frequently in regard to social and organizational functioning: "dysfunctional quality assurance", dysfunctional family, dysfunctional behavior.
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Related terms
- dysfunction (noun)
Translations
not performing properly
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functioning incorrectly or abnormally
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