Defective Definition & Meaning
defective
- adjective
- having a defect; "I returned the appliance because it was defective"
- markedly subnormal in structure or function or intelligence or behavior; "defective speech"
- not working properly; "a bad telephone connection"; "a defective appliance"
"Defective" in song lyrics
See how defective is used in real songs:
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"And if you're not, effective... then you're defective"
John Cena f/ Bumpy Knuckles (Freddie Foxxx), Tha Trademarc — Keep Frontin' -
"You're defective"
Diamonique f/ Dirty Bird, Sly Boogy — Da Get Back -
"They say us youth all defective"
Fesu f/ Bobby Womack — Goin' in Circles
Words that rhyme with defective
Usage tips for "defective"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "defective" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for defective to find words that pair well.
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- What does defective mean?
- having a defect; "I returned the appliance because it was defective" markedly subnormal in structure or function or intelligence or behavior; "defective speech" not working properly; "a bad telephone connection"; "a defective appliance"
- What part of speech is defective?
- Defective is an adjective.
- How many definitions does defective have?
- Defective has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).