dys Definition
- 1a prefix meaning 'difficult', 'bad', or 'impaired'
- 2an abnormality or impairment in a specified area
Using dys: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dys" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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dysfunctional
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dyslexia
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dysphagia
Origins of dys
from Greek 'dys-', meaning 'bad' or 'difficult'
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Summary: dys in Brief
The prefix 'dys' [dɪs] means 'difficult', 'bad', or 'impaired'. It is used to form words that describe abnormalities or impairments in a specified area, such as 'dysfunctional', 'dyslexia', and 'dysphagia'.
