Syndrome

/ˈsɪndroʊm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A group of signs and symptoms that occur together and characterize a particular abnormality or condition.

The patient was diagnosed with a rare syndrome that affects the nervous system.

A condition characterized by a set of associated symptoms.

Down syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by the presence of an extra chromosome 21.

A pattern of behavior or a group of related problems.

The 'burnout syndrome' refers to a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion.

A psychological or physiological pattern of symptoms or characteristics.

The complex of symptoms known as post-traumatic stress syndrome can significantly impact a person's life.

Derived from the Greek word 'sundromē', meaning 'a running together'.

imposter syndrome

A psychological pattern where one doubts their accomplishments and has a persistent fear of being exposed as a fraud.

Stockholm syndrome

A psychological response wherein hostages develop positive feelings towards their captors.

Savior syndrome

The belief that one must help others to the detriment of their own needs.

symptom

A physical or mental feature indicating a condition.

disorder

A disruption to regular bodily structure and function.

condition

A particular state of health.

Savior complex

Some people suffer from a savior syndrome, feeling the need to rescue everyone they meet.

Drama queen syndrome

Her exaggerated reactions often lead people to say she has drama queen syndrome.