functioning

• 指某物正常运转、发挥功能或处于可工作状态；也可指某人能够正常活动或履行职责。

Describes something that is working or operating correctly.

1. B1formal

   In a state of working or operating correctly.

   运作正常的

   • The machine is still functioning after years of use.
   • All systems are functioning normally.
   • The organization is functioning effectively under new leadership.

   同义词activefunctionaloperatingoperationaloperativerunningserviceableworking

   反义词brokendefectiveinoperativemalfunctioningnonfunctional

2. Active or operationalB1formal

   Being in active use or operation.

   运作中的

   • The building has a functioning elevator.
   • We need a functioning internet connection for the meeting.
   • The city's public transport is functioning despite the strike.

   同义词activein operationoperatingoperationaloperativerunningworking

   反义词brokendefunctinoperativenonfunctional

• 名词，指某事物运作、发挥功能或执行其预定用途的状态或方式。

A noun referring to the state or manner in which something operates, works, or performs its intended purpose.

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1. The state of working or operatingB2formal

   The condition or process of working or operating correctly.

   运作

   • The proper functioning of the machine is essential for production.
   • Regular maintenance ensures the smooth functioning of the system.
   • The doctor checked the functioning of the patient's heart.

   同义词behavioroperationperformancerunningworking

   反义词dysfunctionfailuremalfunction

• 动词，表示运转、起作用或以特定方式发挥功能、服务于某一目的。

A verb used to indicate the act of operating, working, or serving a purpose in a particular way.

1. Operate or workB1formal

   To work or operate in the correct or intended way.

   运作

   • The machine functions properly after the repair.
   • Her brain continues to function despite the injury.
   • The system functions as a backup for the main server.

   同义词behavegooperateperformrunwork

   反义词failmalfunction

2. Serve a purposeB1formal

   To have a particular purpose or role.

   起作用

   • This room functions as a meeting space.
   • The tool functions as both a hammer and a screwdriver.
   • The committee functions to oversee the budget.

   同义词actoperateperformservework