Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

defunction

noun
/diːˈfʌŋkʃən/
Definition
The cessation of a function or ability; the state of not functioning or being operational.
Examples
  • The defunction of the heart can lead to serious health complications.
  • After the power outage, the defunction of many appliances was evident.
Meaning
Defunction refers to the condition where something, such as an organ or a system, no longer performs its intended function or role.
Synonyms
  • cessation
  • inactivity
  • dysfunction
  • failure