- 1a set of physical conditions that show you have a particular disease or medical problem PMS or premenstrual syndrome This syndrome is associated with frequent coughing. see AIDS, Down's syndrome, sick building syndrome, Tourette's syndrome
- 2a set of opinions or a way of behaving that is typical of a particular type of person, attitude, or social problem With teenagers, be prepared for the “Me, me, me!” syndrome (= they think of themselves first).
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