Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

disfunctional

Adjective
/dɪsˈfʌŋkʃənl/
Definition
Not functioning properly; unable to operate normally.
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.
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.
Synonyms
  • malfunctioning
  • ineffective
  • broken
  • impaired