Malfunctioning (Adjective)
Meaning
Not performing or able to perform its regular function; "a malfunctioning valve".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The technician found that the malfunctioning printer was the cause of the office's delayed project reports.
- After a few drops, the malfunctioning phone completely stopped working and wouldn't turn back on.
- The malfunctioning GPS led the driver on a wild goose chase, causing them to arrive late.
- It was clear the elevator's safety mechanism was malfunctioning since it continued to move even after the doors were open.
- Panic spread throughout the flight as a malfunctioning oxygen mask dropped down in front of a passenger.