functioning
Functioning (adj) means working or operating properly. Example: “A functioning economy needs stable banks.”
How to use functioning
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOperating properly, or the manner in which something operates.
Word forms
more functioning comparative, functionings plural, most functioning superlative
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What does “functioning” mean?
The word “functioning” means working or operating properly. In plain terms, operating properly, or the manner in which something operates.
How do you use “functioning” in a sentence?
Here is “functioning” used in a sentence: “A functioning economy needs stable banks.”
What part of speech is “functioning”?
Depending on how it is used, “functioning” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “functioning” a common word?
“Functioning” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “functioning” have?
“Functioning” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: working or operating properly.
What is the difference between functioning and functional?
Functioning describes something that is actually working or operating at the moment, while functional often means something is designed to work or is capable of working. A functional machine may be switched off; a functioning machine is running properly.
Can functioning be used as a noun?
Yes. As a noun, functioning refers to the way something works or the fact that it is working, as in "the functioning of the immune system." This use is common in scientific, medical, and technical writing.
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