English adjective: functional | |||
1. | functional designed for or capable of a particular function or use | ||
Samples | A style of writing in which every word is functional. Functional architecture. | ||
Similar | structural, useful, utilitarian | ||
See also | serviceable | ||
Attribute | function, purpose, role, use | ||
Antonyms | nonfunctional | ||
2. | functional involving or affecting function rather than physiology | ||
Samples | Functional deafness. | ||
Domain category | pathology | ||
Antonyms | organic | ||
3. | functional relating to or based on function especially as opposed to structure | ||
Samples | The problem now is not a constitutional one; it is a functional one. Delegates elected on a functional rather than a geographical basis. | ||
4. | functional fit or ready for use or service | ||
Samples | The toaster was still functional even after being dropped. The lawnmower is a bit rusty but still usable. An operational aircraft. The dishwasher is now in working order. | ||
Synonyms | operable, operational, usable, useable | ||
Similar | serviceable | ||
Antonyms | unserviceable | ||
5. | functional designed for or adapted to a function or use | ||
Samples | Functional education selects knowledge that is concrete and usable rather than abstract and theoretical. Functional architecture. | ||
Similar | practical | ||
Antonyms | impractical | ||
6. | functional (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing | ||
Samples | In running (or working) order. A functional set of brakes. | ||
Synonyms | operative, running, working | ||
Similar | functioning | ||
Antonyms | malfunctioning, nonfunctional | ||