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DEFECTIVE

(adj.sat, noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Defective.

How to pronounce defective:

US

Defective - as an adjective satellite

Having a defect

Example: "I returned the appliance because it was defective"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
faulty

Markedly subnormal in structure or function or intelligence or behavior

Example: "Defective speech"

Not working properly

Example: "A bad telephone connection"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bad

Defective - as a noun

A person or thing considered to be defective.

Defective - as an adjective

Having one or more defects.

(grammar, of a lexeme, especially a verb) lacking some forms; e.g., having only one tense or being usable only in the third person.

(arabic grammar, of a verb) having a root whose final consonant is weak (ي, و, or ء).

Example Sentences

"The defective laptop would not turn on."
"The company recalled the defective toys due to safety concerns."
"The defective brake system caused the car to malfunction."
"She returned the defective clothing item to the store for a refund."
"The defective phone battery drained quickly."
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Word Game Points

Is DEFECTIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, defective is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEFECTIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is DEFECTIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defective is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEFECTIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is DEFECTIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defective is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEFECTIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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