Word: dysfunction
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: dys
func
tion
Definition: A failure to function in an expected or complete manner. Usually refers to a disorder in a bodily organ (e.g. erectile dysfunction), a mental disorder, or the improper behavior of a social group.
Morphemes:
Affix: dys-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: bad
Etymology Compounds: Affix: δυσ-
Language: grc
Decoded: dus-
Meaning: hard, difficult, bad
Affix: function
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The physiological activity of an organ or body part.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: functiō
Language: la
Decoded: functio
Meaning: performance, execution