FUNCTIONS
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Functions.
How to pronounce functions:
US
Functions - as a noun
(mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mapmappingmathematical functionsingle-valued functionHypernyms (Closely Related)
mathematical relationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
What something is used for
Example: "The function of an auger is to bore holes"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
purposeroleuseHypernyms (Closely Related)
usefulnessutilityHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group
Example: "The function of a teacher"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
officepartroleHypernyms (Closely Related)
dutyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A relation such that one thing is dependent on another
Example: "Height is a function of age"
A formal or official social gathering or ceremony
Example: "It was a black-tie function"
A formal or official social gathering or ceremony of people
Example: "The party was quite an affair"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affairoccasionsocial functionsocial occasionHypernyms (Closely Related)
social eventHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
procedureroutinesubprogramsubroutineHypernyms (Closely Related)
computer softwarepackagesoftwaresoftware packagesoftware programsoftware systemHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Functions - as a verb
Perform as expected when applied
Example: "The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gooperaterunworkHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
malfunctionServe a purpose, role, or function
Example: "The tree stump serves as a table"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
serveHypernyms (Closely Related)
answerdoservesufficeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function
Example: "His wife officiated as his private secretary"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
officiateExample Sentences
"One of the functions of the heart is to pump blood throughout the body."
"One of the brain's functions is to process information and control body movements."
"One of the functions of the immune system is to protect the body from infections."
"The computer program contains several nested functions."
"The CEO has multiple functions within the organization."
Word Game Points
Is FUNCTIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, functions is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FUNCTIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is FUNCTIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, functions is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFUNCTIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is FUNCTIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, functions is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFUNCTIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
