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multifunctional

multifunctional

2 3.9
Able to do several different jobs
  • adjective
  • /ˌmʌltiˈfʌŋkʃənl/
translation icon : multifuncional
  • The BTU 2000+ portable gas analyzer is a multifunctional unit that also functions as a hand-held boiler tuning unit.
  • multifunctional prostheses
  • multifunctional control
  • multifunctional materials

Examples

  • So I carry a line of meal time accessories swaddles that are multifunctional not just for a baby but for Mama too.

  • A significant number of consumers are using apps on their multifunctional devices rather than using a dedicated device.

    Blog text (1)
  • I want it to be multifunctional and have lots of compartments for specific objects.

  • Several bookcases were removed to make the space multifunctional.

    Academic text (2014)
  • The conference room was designed to be a multifunctional space for meetings and events.

  • The new smartphone is highly multifunctional, allowing users to make calls, take photos, and access the internet.

  • She prefers a multifunctional kitchen tool that can chop, blend, and whip.

Synonyms

multipurpose
vsmultifunctional
6 3.4

Can be used in many different ways, like cleaning or fixing

emphasizes real capacity to perform tasks rather than mere suitability
multifunction
vsmultifunctional
3.9

Able to do several different jobs

is about actual ability to perform different tasks

Antonyms

70 5.4

Made for a particular job, activity, or area

How Versatile

universal
32 5.6
versatile
55 6.3
multipurpose
6 3.4
multifunctional
2 3.9
dual-purpose
1 4.4

Surface Forms

multifunctional positive

Morphology

multifunctional = functional (transparent) = multi + function + al

The word is transparently built by adding the prefix multi- to the adjective functional.

Etymology

Multifunctional comes from the prefix multi- meaning 'many', as in multiple, and function meaning 'a job or task'. So, something multifunctional can do 'many' jobs or uses.