Functioning

11 lettersverbcommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

Operating or working in a proper or particular way. Describes something that is performing its intended purpose or fulfilling its designated role.

“The system is functioning normally after the software update was installed.”

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Contains three N's and two U's. Watch for the pattern FUNC and the -TIONING ending.

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Worth 18 points base value. The F (4 points) and C (3 points) offer good scoring potential.

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