functionality

noun

func·tion·al·i·ty ˌfəŋ(k)-shə-ˈna-lə-tē

plural functionalities

: the quality or state of being functional

a design that is admired both for its beauty and for its functionality

especially : the set of functions or capabilities associated with computer software or hardware or an electronic device

data management functionalities such as data integrity, security, recoverability and manageability —

Josephine Cheng and Jane Xu

Examples of functionality in a Sentence

a design that is admired both for its beauty and for its functionality The cameras are comparable in price and functionality. a device with new functionalities

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With access to an online population of one billion and an army of hard-working, resourceful engineers, China’s internet platforms are world-class in their design, functionality and user experience — as is demonstrated by TikTok and now by RedNote, or Xiaohongshu in Chinese. —

Li Yuan, New York Times, 20 Jan. 2025 Beyond speculation, the token offers no inherent use case—no governance rights, DeFi functionality, or utility beyond trading. —

Sandy Carter, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025 Shortly thereafter, the company's website could be viewed by many in the U.S. and functionality for the app returned for some users. —

David Faris, Newsweek, 19 Jan. 2025 Others had regained access to their accounts, but with varying degrees of functionality. —

Zoë Schiffer, WIRED, 19 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for functionality