dysregulate
verb (used with object)
to disrupt a physical or psychological system's ability to adapt or respond appropriately to stimuli.
dysregulated
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past participleof dysregulate.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof dysregulate.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
dysregulateverb (used with object)to disrupt a physical or psychological system's ability to adapt or respond appropriately to stimuli. -
a word derived from
dysregulate.
dysregulateverb (used with object)to disrupt a physical or psychological system's ability to adapt or respond appropriately to stimuli.
Example Sentences
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"When those systems become persistently dysregulated, the result may be the profound and disabling fatigue seen across multiple disorders."
From Science Daily ● Oct. 2, 2026
"We're seeing students who've engaged with Florrie who are dysregulated, but who are then finding themselves much calmer and more capable of coping."
From BBC ● Mar. 4, 2026
"When Henry's dysregulated... he will lash out and he's not in control," she said.
From BBC ● Jun. 17, 2025
And when our bodies and brains become dysregulated, that’s when coping behaviors such as impulse or mindless shopping kick in to provide a boost of dopamine.
From Salon ● Dec. 6, 2024
"When internal rhythms are dysregulated, you have this enduring stress in your system that we believe has long-term health consequences."
From Science Daily ● May 9, 2024
