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functional

 

[ ˈfʌŋkʃənl ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

programming

Relating to or designed for use in a specific kind of work or activity, such as programming.

Synonyms

effective, efficient, practical

Examples of usage

  • This functional programming language allows for the creation of pure functions.
  • Functional testing focuses on verifying that each function of the software application operates in conformance with the requirement specification.
Context #2 | Adjective

biology

Relating to the physiological or biochemical processes that support life.

Synonyms

essential, necessary, vital

Examples of usage

  • The liver plays a functional role in detoxifying harmful substances in the body.
  • Understanding the functional properties of enzymes is crucial for studying metabolic pathways.
Context #3 | Noun

general

A function or purpose, especially one of a social or practical nature.

Synonyms

purpose, role, use

Examples of usage

  • The functional of a bridge is to provide a passage across the river.
  • His main functional as a manager is to ensure the smooth operation of the team.

Translations

Translations of the word "functional" in other languages:

🇵🇹 funcional

🇮🇳 कार्यात्मक

🇩🇪 funktional

🇮🇩 fungsional

🇺🇦 функціональний

🇵🇱 funkcjonalny

🇯🇵 機能的な

🇫🇷 fonctionnel

🇪🇸 funcional

🇹🇷 işlevsel

🇰🇷 기능적인

🇸🇦 وظيفي

🇨🇿 funkční

🇸🇰 funkčný

🇨🇳 功能的

🇸🇮 funkcionalen

🇮🇸 virkni

🇰🇿 функционалды

🇬🇪 ფუნქციური

🇦🇿 funksional

🇲🇽 funcional

Etymology

The word 'functional' originates from the Latin word 'functionalis', which means 'pertaining to performance'. The term has evolved over time to encompass various fields such as programming, biology, and general usage. In modern contexts, 'functional' is commonly associated with efficiency, purpose, and practicality.

See also: dysfunction, dysfunctional, functionality, functionally, functionaries, functionary, functioning, functions, malfunction, malfunctions, misfunction, multifunctional, multifunctionality, nonfunctional, perfunctory.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,688, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.