Definition

Relating to or causing a distortion in the normal shape or form of something, often used in medical contexts to describe physical abnormalities.

Example

The patient was diagnosed with a dysmorphic condition that affected his facial features.

Conversation

I read an article about body image issues today.

Oh really? What did it say?

It mentioned how some people experience dysmorphic feelings about their appearance.

That sounds tough; it's important to talk about these issues.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dysmorphic → It is formed from "dys-" (meaning bad or difficult) and "morphe" (meaning form or shape). The word describes a condition where one's form or shape is perceived as abnormal or distorted.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dys-' meaning bad and 'morphe' meaning shape — this helps you remember that dysmorphic refers to a distorted or abnormal shape.

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