malfunctions Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition noun. to fail to function or operate properlyverb. fail to function or function improperly Example Sentence The doctor is seeing if there is glandular malfunctions. Synonyms error; broken; improper Antonyms correct; working properly Hear It! Say It! Write It! malfunctions Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: