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functional

/ functional /
adjective/adjective satellite

Definitions & Examples

adjective Sense 1
designed for or capable of a particular function or use
"a style of writing in which every word is functional"
"functional architecture"
Similar:
structural utilitarian useful
Opposites:
nonfunctional
See also:
serviceable
adjective Sense 2
involving or affecting function rather than physiology
"functional deafness"
Opposites:
organic
Domain:
pathology
adjective satellite Sense 3
designed for or adapted to a function or use
"functional education selects knowledge that is concrete and usable rather than abstract and theoretical"
"functional architecture"
Similar:
practical
adjective satellite Sense 4
fit or ready for use or service
"the toaster was still functional even after being dropped"
"the lawnmower is a bit rusty but still usable"
"an operational aircraft"
"the dishwasher is now in working order"
Similar:
serviceable
adjective Sense 5
relating to or based on function especially as opposed to structure
"the problem now is not a constitutional one; it is a functional one"
"delegates elected on a functional rather than a geographical basis"
Pertains to:
function purpose role use
adjective satellite Sense 6
(of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing
"in running (or working) order"
"a functional set of brakes"
Similar:
functioning
Semantic Complexity
64%
Sense Count
6
Total Synonyms
6
Total Relationships
9
Times Searched
2
Relationship Distribution

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Related Words

structural utilitarian useful nonfunctional organic practical serviceable functioning