dysgenesis

/dɪsˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A condition or process of defective or abnormal development, especially of an organ or tissue.

“The child was born with dysgenesis of the heart, requiring extensive surgery to repair.”

Synonyms

  • developmental abnormality
  • organogenesis defect

Antonyms

  • eogenesis
  • normal development