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Meaning of 'functional' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Functional [ a.]
- Pertaining to, or connected with, a function or duty; official.
- Pertaining to the function of an organ or part, or to the functions in general.

Meaning of 'functional' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . functional [ a]
Meaning (1):
- designed for or capable of a particular function or use
Example in sentence:
  • a style of writing in which every word is functional;
  • functional architecture
Meaning (2):
- relating to or based on function especially as opposed to structure
Example in sentence:
  • delegates elected on a functional rather than a geographical basis;
  • the problem now is not a constitutional one; it is a functional one
Meaning (3):
- involving or affecting function rather than physiology
Example in sentence:
  • functional deafness
4 . functional [ s]
Meaning (4):
- (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing
Example in sentence:
  • a functional set of brakes;
  • in running (or working) order
Meaning (5):
- fit or ready for use or service
Example in sentence:
  • an operational aircraft;
  • the dishwasher is now in working order;
  • the lawnmower is a bit rusty but still usable;
  • the toaster was still functional even after being dropped
Meaning (6):
- designed for or adapted to a function or use
Example in sentence:
  • functional architecture;
  • functional education selects knowledge that is concrete and usable rather than abstract and theoretical

Nearby Words:

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