dysfunctional
UK/dɪsˈfʌŋkʃənl/US
GREC2
Definitions
adj.
Not functioning normally; especially of a family or social group with harmful or abnormal behavior.
功能失调的，行为失常的
Root Breakdown
Root-deriveddysbad, difficult
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functionstem
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alrelating to, having the nature of
=dysfunctional
Common Collocations
- 1.dysfunctional family功能失调的家庭
- 2.dysfunctional behavior失常行为
Example Sentences
- 1.
The dysfunctional family struggled with communication and emotional support.
- 2.
Dysfunctional relationships often involve manipulation and lack of healthy boundaries.