syndrome
noun uk/ˈsɪn.drəʊm/ us/ˈsɪn.droʊm/
[ C ]综合征,征群,综合症状
a combination of medical problems that shows the existence of a particular disease or mental condition
Early diagnosis of the syndrome is difficult, but it is important to begin treatment as soon as possible.
[ U ](用于多种病名中)综合征
used in the names of various illnesses
irritable bowel syndrome 肠易激综合征
[ C ](特定情形下人的)典型负面特征,典型负面表现
a type of negative behaviour or mental state that is typical of a person in a particular situation
They said that uninsured-motorist syndrome was a chronic condition in the city.
The development of new wind farms was slowed by "not in my backyard" syndrome among locals.