functionality
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Definition
Noun: 1. The quality of being suited to serve a purpose well; practical usefulness: This refers to how well something, especially a system, device, or software, performs its intended tasks and meets practical needs. 2. A specific purpose or capability that something is designed to perform: Often used in the plural ("functionalities") to refer to the individual operations or features a system can execute.
Usage
- The noun "functionality" is typically used to describe systems, tools, software, or devices.
- It is often modified by adjectives like , , , , or .
- It can be used in both countable ("a new functionality") and uncountable ("more functionality") senses, though the uncountable sense is more common for the overall quality.
Examples
- Noun:
- The functionality of the new smartphone is impressive; it can do almost anything.
- The basic functionality of the app is free, but you must pay for advanced features.
- The latest update adds several useful functionalities, including dark mode and offline access.
- Engineers prioritized reliability over adding more functionality.
Advanced Usage
- "Loss of functionality": When a system or part of the body stops working correctly.
- The virus caused a temporary loss of functionality in the network.
- "Core functionality": The most essential and fundamental operations a system must perform.
- The redesign improved the design without changing the core functionality.
Variants and Related Words
- Functional (adj):
- Designed to be practical and useful, rather than attractive.
- The office furniture is very functional.
- In working order; operational.
- Is the elevator functional again?
- Function (n/v):
- Noun: The natural purpose of something or the duty of a person.
- The main function of the heart is to pump blood.
- Verb: To work or operate in a proper or particular way.
- The system must function under extreme pressure.
Synonyms
- Utility: The state of being useful, profitable, or beneficial.
- Usefulness: The quality of having utility and being of service.
- Capability: The power or ability to do something.
- Performance: How well a machine, vehicle, or device works.
Antonyms
- Dysfunction: The state of failing to function normally.
- Uselessness: The quality of having no practical benefit or use.
Noun
- capable of serving a purpose well
- software with greater functionality