malfunctioning
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Not performing or able to perform its regular function: Describes a device, system, or part that is failing to work correctly or as intended.
Usage
- The adjective "malfunctioning" is used to describe the state of something that is broken, faulty, or not operating properly. It is typically placed before a noun or used after a linking verb like "is" or "was."
Examples
- Adjective:
- The engineers are trying to locate the malfunctioning component in the circuit.
- All flights were delayed due to a malfunctioning radar system.
- The fire alarm was malfunctioning and sounded for no reason.
Advanced Usage
- "to be found malfunctioning": to be discovered to be faulty.
- The backup generator was found malfunctioning during the routine test.
- "chronically malfunctioning": consistently or repeatedly failing to work.
- The chronically malfunctioning elevator was finally replaced.
Variants and Related Words
- Malfunction (n): A failure to function normally.
- A software malfunction caused the system crash.
- Malfunction (v): To fail to function normally.
- The engine began to malfunction at high altitudes.
- Malfunctional (adj): (Less common) Having a tendency to malfunction.
- The design was inherently malfunctional.
Synonyms
- Faulty: Having defects or imperfections.
- Defective: Imperfect or faulty.
- Out of order: Not working; broken.
- Inoperative: Not working or taking effect.
Antonyms
- Functioning: Working or operating properly.
- Operational: In working order; ready for use.
- Working: Functioning correctly.
Related Phrases
- To correct a malfunctioning [device]: To fix a faulty device.
- Technicians worked through the night to correct the malfunctioning server.
- Due to malfunctioning equipment: Because equipment was not working.
- The concert was canceled due to malfunctioning sound equipment.
Adjective
- not performing or able to perform its regular function
- a malfunctioning valve