Function
Function verb - Perform as expected when applied.
Malfunction
Malfunction verb - Fail to function or function improperly.
Usage example: the coffee maker malfunctioned
Function is an antonym for malfunction.
Nearby Words: malfunctioning, malfunctioned
How words are described
| exact | exact function | exact malfunction |
| similar | similar function | similar malfunction |
| identical | identical function | identical malfunction |
| single | single function | single malfunction |
| Other adjectives: simple, actual, real, unique, major, minor, apparent. | ||
Common collocations
Both words in one sentence
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Batman Forever: Though a bit vague, Riddler seems to be doing this (or using other people's brainpower to amp his own mental function, or both.) It makes him a megalomaniac and a malfunction of the machine physically warps him.
Source: My Skull Runneth Over -
Wardrobe Malfunction: Max steals a dress from Regine to attend a function at the mayor's house.
Source: Series / Living Single
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