malfunction

noun verb

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: mal-func-tion (3)
English Definition

A failure to function in a normal or satisfactory manner.

Example Sentence

The plane delayed takeoff due to a technical malfunction.

US IPA /ˌmælˈfʌŋk.ʃən/
UK IPA /ˌmælˈfʌŋk.ʃən/

Synonyms

breakdown failure fault glitch defect

Antonyms

operation function success