Wordiyofunct
LatinVariants
functfunctio
Related Roots
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About This Root
From Latin functiō (performance, execution), from fungī (to perform, discharge, execute). Produces function (a purpose or role performed), functional (able to perform), functionary (one who performs a role), and perfunctory (performed carelessly, just going through the motions). Defunct means "no longer functioning" — the de- prefix marks the end of performance.
Associated Words
defunct
No longer active or in existence; deceased
TOEFLGREC2
function
the purpose of something; to work as intended
NGSL 1kIELTSA2
functional
Working properly; designed to be practical and useful
NGSL 3kTOEFLGRE
functionary
A minor official in a bureaucracy
GREC2
functioning
Operating or working properly; the way something works
TOEFLA2
perfunctory
Done carelessly or merely as a formality; 敷衍的，草率的
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