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 grafting different polymer chains onto polyolefins, scientists can introduce chemical functionalities that are missing in conventional plastics, including water-attracting groups, acids, bases, or highly specific reactive chemical groups. — Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026

Across three studies, researchers distinguished between hedonic attitudes, associated with enjoyment and pleasure, and utilitarian attitudes, which emphasize functionality and practical benefits. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026

Its primary perk is having the functionality of both in one streamlined product. — Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2026

Orifice was designed to be a more warmhearted, interactive answer to the joyless functionality of delivery bots. — Jennifer Byrne, Popular Science, 4 Nov. 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