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nonfunctional

Definitions of nonfunctional
  1. adjective
    not performing or able to perform its regular function
    synonyms: malfunctioning
    amiss, awry, haywire, wrong
    not functioning properly
    bad, defective
    not working properly
    out of whack
    out of balance or out of adjustment
    run-down
    having the spring unwound
  2. adjective
    not having or performing a function
    synonyms:
    nonstructural
    not structural
    cosmetic, decorative, ornamental
    serving an aesthetic rather than a useful purpose
    unserviceable
    not ready for service
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    antonyms:
    functional
    designed for or capable of a particular function or use
    structural
    affecting or involved in structure or construction
    useful, utilitarian
    having a useful function
    serviceable
    ready for service or able to give long service
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