Word Type

Noun

Verb

The word "dysfunction" can be used as noun and verb.

Word Relationships

Opposites (Antonyms)

function

Derived Terms

Eustachian tube dysfunction cognitive dysfunction syndrome dysfunctional dysfunctionally immunodysfunction minimal brain dysfunction neurodysfunction post-SSRI sexual dysfunction post-retinoid sexual dysfunction sexual dysfunction temporomandibular joint dysfunction

Derived From

function

Context

biology medicine nonstandard

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

pathology

Type Of (IsA)

cardiac valve pathology illness pathology

Related Terms

disorder erectile dysfunction expected function malfunction organ

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