Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
disfunctional
Adjective
/dɪsˈfʌŋkʃənl/
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Definition
Not functioning properly; unable to operate normally.
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Examples
- The disfunctional team struggled to meet deadlines.
- A disfunctional relationship can lead to misunderstandings and sadness.
- This machine is completely disfunctional and needs repair.
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Meaning
The term describes something that is not working as it should or is impaired in some way, often referring to systems, relationships, or objects that are expected to perform a specific function.
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Synonyms
- malfunctioning
- ineffective
- broken
- impaired