HyperDic: nonfunctional

English > 2 senses of the word nonfunctional:
ADJECTIVEallnonfunctionalnot having or performing a function
allnonfunctional, malfunctioningnot performing or able to perform its regular function
English > nonfunctional: 2 senses > adjective 1
Meaningnot having or performing a function.
Attribute offunction, purpose, role, useWhat something is used for
Narrowercosmetic, decorative, ornamentalServing an esthetic rather than a useful purpose
nonstructuralnot structural / structural
See alsounserviceablenot ready for service
Oppositefunctionaldesigned for or capable of a particular function or use
English > nonfunctional: 2 senses > adjective 2
Meaningnot performing or able to perform its regular function.
Synonymmalfunctioning
Narroweramiss, awry, haywire, wrongnot functioning properly
bad, defectivenot working properly
out of whackOut of balance or out of adjustment
run-downHaving the spring unwound
OppositefunctioningPerforming or able to perform its regular function
Spanishdefectuoso

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