Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misfunction
verb
/mɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/
Definition
To function incorrectly or improperly.
Examples
- The device seemed to misfunction intermittently, causing numerous delays.
- When software starts to misfunction, it can lead to data loss or corruption.
- His attempt to misfunction the machine resulted in a complete breakdown.
Meaning
Misfunction refers to a failure in the expected operation of something, resulting in errors or unintended outcomes.
Synonyms
- malfunction
- fail
- break down
- misoperate
