functional
Meaning
Pertaining to the practical application and effectiveness of a system, process, or object in fulfilling its intended purpose, often emphasizing utility and performance over aesthetic or theoretical considerations.
💡 The term "functional" is often misused in casual contexts to imply mere usability; however, in academic discourse, it encompasses a deeper assessment of efficiency and effectiveness in context.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
She
decided
to
reorganise
her
small
studio
so
each
area
served
a
specific
purpose
,
prioritising
utilitarian
choices
over
purely
decorative
ones
.
The
compact
shelving
and
foldaway
table
made
the
space
more
functional
and
allowed
her
to
work
and
dine
without
feeling
cramped
.
While
testing
different
layouts
she
focused
on
maximising
natural
light
and
ensuring
easy
access
to
power
outlets
.
Labelled
baskets
and
shallow
drawers
kept
utensils
and
stationery
neatly
arranged
,
which
saved
time
when
she
needed
to
prepare
a
meal
or
set
up
a
laptop
.
By
the
end
of
the
afternoon
the
room
felt
calm
and
efficient
,
a
modest
but
well
-
considered
environment
for
both
rest
and
productivity
.
Common Phrases
functional analysis
functional approach
functional requirements
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