funct
Latinto perform, execute, discharge
Variants:functfunctio
Your mastery
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.
Checking your access…
Associated Words · 6
Filter:
function
the purpose of something; to work as intended
functional
Working properly; designed to be practical and useful
defunct
No longer active or in existence; deceased
perfunctory
Done carelessly or merely as a formality
functionary
A minor official in a bureaucracy
functioning
Operating or working properly; the way something works