Meaning & Definition of word "Defective"
Defective
/dɪˈfɛktɪv/
adjective:
- 1. Having a fault or imperfection; not working properly.
- Example: The company issued a recall for the defective appliances.
- 2. Lacking a necessary quality or element.
- Example: His argument was considered defective due to missing evidence.
- 3. In grammar, referring to a verb that is not used in all forms or tenses.
- Example: The verb 'ought' is considered defective because it doesn't have all the conjugations.
Etymology
●derived from Middle French 'défectif', from Latin 'defectivus', meaning 'failing or imperfect'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
defective product:
a product that has a flaw or is not functioning as intended.
defective reasoning:
logical reasoning that contains errors or fallacies.
Related Words
defect:
a shortcoming, imperfection, or lack.
deficiency:
a lack or shortage of something necessary.