syndrome

Universal Words noun 1 a 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. seealsoAIDS, DOWN'SSYNDROME 2 a 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).