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Dysfunction
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the impaired or abnormal functioning of an organ, system, or biological process, often resulting in diminished efficiency or health consequences
Grammatical Information
animacy status
abstract
Composition
Compound
uncountable
plural form
dysfunctions
Examples
Chronic stress can lead to dysfunction of the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to infections.
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dysfunction
