syndrome
/ˈsɪndrəm/Definitions
1. noun
A set of symptoms that occur together and are often associated with a particular disease or condition.
“The doctor diagnosed him with a rare syndrome that affected his immune system.”
2. noun
A complex of symptoms, behaviors, or characteristics that are considered abnormal or undesirable.
“The new syndrome of excessive smartphone use has become a major concern among parents.”
3. noun
A group of words or sounds that are repeated in a musical composition.
“The composer used a musical syndrome to create a haunting melody.”