malfunctioned
word · lemma: malfunction
Definition
To fail to work properly or stop functioning as expected, usually referring to machines or technical systems.
Usage & Nuances
Primarily used for machines, devices, or systems. Often appears in technical, formal, or official contexts. Common collocations: 'the device malfunctioned', 'system malfunctioned'. Not used for humans.
Spanish: funcionó mal - fallóPortuguese (BR): falhou - apresentou defeitoPortuguese (PT): avariou - funcionou malChinese (Simplified): 发生故障 - 出现故障Chinese (Traditional): 發生故障 - 出現故障Hindi: खराब हो गयाArabic: تعطل
Example Sentences
The printer malfunctioned during the meeting.
basic
My phone malfunctioned last night.
basic
The security system malfunctioned and the alarm didn't go off.
basic
Our elevator malfunctioned and we had to use the stairs all day.
natural
If the brakes had malfunctioned, the accident could have been much worse.
natural
It wasn't user error; the software just malfunctioned out of nowhere.
natural