dysfunctionally
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/dɪsˈfʌŋkʃənəli/
(dysfunctional)
improper functioning
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dysfunctionally' originates from the prefix 'dys-' meaning 'bad' or 'difficult' and the root 'function' from Latin 'functio', meaning 'performance'.
Historical Evolution
'dysfunctionally' evolved from the word 'dysfunctional', which was formed in the 20th century by combining 'dys-' with 'functional'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not functioning properly', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is not functioning normally or properly.
The team worked dysfunctionally, leading to a failed project.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45