Main Entry: dys·func·tion

Variant(s): also dis·func·tion \(ˌ)dis-ˈfəŋ(k)-shən\

Function: noun

Date: circa 1916

1 : impaired or abnormal functioning <gastrointestinal dysfunction>
2 : abnormal or unhealthy interpersonal behavior or interaction within a group <family dysfunction>

— dys·func·tion·al \-shnəl, -shə-n^əl\ adjective