How to Use functionality in a Sentence

functionality

noun
  • The cameras are comparable in price and functionality.
  • Along with its functionality, the shape serves as a bold decor piece.
    Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 9 May 2024
  • What’s great about these lug sole loafers is their functionality.
    Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
  • This was a big deal as game audio up to that point did not have this functionality.
    Ollie Barder, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2022
  • At the top of the stairs, a wet bar adds functionality to the small bulkhead.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 Sep. 2025
  • The screen is easy to read, and the functionalities are easy to control.
    Laura Denby, Peoplemag, 6 June 2023
  • Even the best camping lanterns are heavy on functionality, but light on style.
    Mike Richard, Men's Health, 13 May 2022
  • If that weren’t enough, my mattress, has the functionality to do all the same things, too.
    Johanna Gretschel, SELF, 7 Feb. 2022
  • Now, the kitchen has the perfect mix of style and functionality.
    Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 28 Jan. 2026
  • That's a whole lot of functionality in a small package.
    Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Reinhard writes that the functionality will be added this week.
    Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Nov. 2023
  • Google won't check the content or functionality of the apps, though.
    Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 25 Aug. 2025
  • Reimagining the functionality of the rooms had a lot to do with it, too.
    Isis Briones, House Beautiful, 2 Nov. 2022
  • The good news is that these pants make up for that aspect in functionality elsewhere.
    Meg Carney, Field & Stream, 26 Feb. 2023
  • The key to what makes the Sadie so great is its subtle functionality.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Feb. 2026
  • But far worse than these functionality breakdowns has been the uptick in hate speech on the platform.
    Chandra Steele, PCMAG, 11 May 2023
  • All kinds of new functionality, all kinds of new options and screens that are available.
    Sam Amick, The Athletic, 18 Dec. 2024
  • But this is also the time to add to your garden’s functionality.
    Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 15 Mar. 2026
  • Clip-down functionality makes access a snap for all stages of nursing.
    Pamela Brill, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
  • Still, some of those reviews are glowing with praise for its size, style, and functionality.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 24 Sep. 2025
  • The lumed date window at 9 adds to the functionality and the modern cool vibe.
    Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2023
  • The sisal ropes twisted across the legs add a touch of both functionality and beauty to the timeless.
    Elissa Suh, Architectural Digest, 17 Sep. 2025
  • The design changed too, but the core functionality remained about the same.
    New Atlas, 9 Jan. 2026
  • This longline puffer boasts bold patch pockets big enough to hold a host of odds and ends — but the functionality doesn’t end there.
    Chichi Offor, refinery29.com, 4 Dec. 2021
  • In a micro dining room, functionality is key; every piece has to earn its keep.
    Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Architectural Digest, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Finding one that marries style and functionality can quickly take the space from dingy to spa-like.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Are vehicles costing twice as much for the same or less functionality worth it?
    Jon Coupal, Oc Register, 18 Apr. 2026
  • The emphasis is more on their functionality as a working dog, rather than their breed.
    Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2026
  • In fact, the less effort the better, as the functionality of Vans are kind of the whole point.
    Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 26 Sep. 2025
  • One of them nukes a ton of Gmail functionality, and neither is explained very well.
    ArsTechnica, 30 Apr. 2026

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