erectile dysfunction

noun
UK: /ɪˌrektʌɪl dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/
US: /ɪˌrektəl dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/

  1. The inability to get or keep an erection firm enough to have sexual intercourse.

    1. He is seeking treatment for erectile dysfunction.
    2. Many factors can contribute to erectile dysfunction, including stress and anxiety.

  2. A medical condition where a man has trouble getting or maintaining an erection.

    1. Erectile dysfunction is a common problem as men age.
    2. Medications are available to help men manage erectile dysfunction effectively.

Synonyms

impotence

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "erectile dysfunction" in English means: The inability to get or keep an erection firm enough to have sexual intercourse., A medical condition where a man has trouble getting or maintaining an erection..

The phonetic transcription of "erectile dysfunction" is /ɪˌrektʌɪl dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/ in British English and /ɪˌrektəl dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "erectile dysfunction": impotence.

Example usage of "erectile dysfunction": "He is seeking treatment for erectile dysfunction.". More examples on the page.