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Adjective: dysfunctional  `dis'fúngk-shu-nul
  1. Impaired in function; especially of a bodily system or organ
     
  2. (of a trait or condition) failing to serve an adjustive purpose
    "dysfunctional behaviour"
    - nonadaptive

See also: dysfunction, impaired, maladaptive

Encyclopedia: Dysfunctional