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

Recent Examples on the Web

By shifting more functionality into the target, FLARE is designed to enable a simpler, more robust driver, reducing component stress, maintenance and downtime. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2026

Those who want to take the Chuk box's functionality even further can add compatible accessories like the paper towel holder, garbage bag ring, lantern hanger, utensil organizer, storage hooks and cutting board. — New Atlas, 25 Sep. 2026

While the basic Chat functionality will remain covered a flat, per-user license fee, the more advanced Cowork, Code and Autopilot features will be priced based on usage. — Matthew J. Belvedere,kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026

Locus’ Delivery Promise Management functionality analyzes all parts of the end-to-end supply chain in real time to provide the best possible shipping options to the customer. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for functionality

• abnormality
• cardinality
• commonality
• communality
• cordiality
• corporeality
• criminality
• criticality
• generality
• geniality
• hospitality
• illegality