Cushing's syndrome is the result of the excessive production of corticosteroids by the adrenal glands. An overproduction of corticotropin (ACTH) - the hormone that controls the adrenal gland - by the pituitary gland, which stimulates the adrenal glands to produce corticosteroids, may be one cause. It is called Cushing's disease and the result of ACTH-secreting pituitary adenoma. Alt.
deficiency. a lack or shortage; a condition characterized by the presence of less than the normal or necessary supply or competence. color vision deficiency see color vision deficiency.
LINK / CITE ADD TO WORD LIST. noun. The definition of a flaw is a mark or error that makes something faulty. 1  An example of a flaw is a scratch on a gem.2  An example of a flaw is an incorrect name on a legal document.oun. The definition of a flaw is a mark or error that makes something faulty. 1  An example of a flaw is a scratch on a gem. 2  An example of a flaw is an incorrect name on a legal document.