defective

[dɪˈfɛktɪv]

defective Definition

• 1. having a fault or faults; not perfect or complete
• 2. a person or thing that is imperfect or faulty

Using defective: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "defective" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The product was recalled due to a defective part.

• Example

  The car's brakes were found to be defective during the inspection.

• Example

  The company offered a refund for the defective merchandise.

• Example

  The machine was shut down because of a defective sensor.

defective Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for defective

• faulty
• imperfect
• flawed
• damaged
• broken

Antonyms for defective

• perfect
• flawless
• unblemished

Phrases with defective

• defective gene

  a gene that has a mutation or abnormality, which can cause genetic disorders or diseases

  Example

  The child inherited the defective gene from his parents, which caused the rare disease.

• defective product

  a product that has a fault or defect, which makes it unsafe or unusable

  Example

  The company issued a recall for the defective product, which caused injuries to some of its users.

• defective equipment

  equipment that is not functioning properly or safely due to a fault or defect

  Example

  The workers were instructed not to use the defective equipment until it was repaired or replaced.

Origins of defective

from Latin 'defectivus', meaning 'wanting, imperfect'

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Summary: defective in Brief

The term 'defective' [dɪˈfɛktɪv] refers to something that has a fault or faults, making it imperfect or incomplete. It can describe products, equipment, or even genes, as in 'The product was recalled due to a defective part.' 'Defective' is a formal term with synonyms like 'faulty' and 'imperfect,' and informals like 'busted' and 'janky.'