Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
defective
Adjective
/dɪˈfɛktɪv/

Definition
not having all the qualities needed or expected; flawed.

Examples
- The product was returned because it was defective.
- She discovered a defective part in the machine.
- The report was deemed defective due to missing information.

Meaning
The term ‘defective’ refers to something that has a fault, imperfection, or deficiency.

Synonyms
- flawed
- imperfect
- broke
- faulty
- substandard