syndrome

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈsɪndɹəʊm/
/ˈsɪndɹoʊm/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

A recognizable pattern of signs, symptoms and/or behaviours, especially of a disease or medical or psychological condition.

Example Sentences
  • Down syndrome; acquired immune deficiency syndrome; restless-leg syndrome; battered-wife syndrome
2 Definition

Any set of characteristics regarded as identifying a certain type, condition, etc., usually adverse.

Example Sentences
  • not-in-my-backyard syndrome; tip-of-the-tongue syndrome