dysmorphic

adj

Etymology: From dys- + -morphic.

1. Of, relative to, producing, or having dysmorphism.

   “The first clue to possible genetic disease is usually the appearance of the infant, who does not ‘look right’ – in other words, he is dysmorphic.”

   “Much of the suffering experienced by disabled or dysmorphic people is socially determined and value laden.”

2. Usually body dysmorphic: Having or relating to dysmorphia, also known as body dysmorphic disorder.

   “Body weight and weight change can highlight psychological and control issues, lack of confidence and body dysmorphic tendencies, all of which accompany the potential stress related to infertility.”

   ““The patient spoke once or twice about a nightmare. Perhaps there was some mention of mirrors, and while some counsel removing mirrors to avoid encouraging dysmorphic tendencies, we find that such a practice might create greater harm,” said Hughes, now very much the polite and civilized man of medicine responding in ten-dollar words to a worried relative.”