Looking for synonyms for broken down? We’ve got you covered!
Here’s a list of other ways to say broken down.
- Malfunctioned
- Failed
- Collapsed
- Deteriorated
- Dysfunctional
- Inoperative
- Nonfunctional
- Out of Order
- Disabled
- Kaput
- Defunct
- Impaired
- Busted
- Inoperable
- Fractured
Want to learn how to say broken down professionally? Keep reading for examples and use cases.
1. Malfunctioned
Appropriate Use: Refers to a failure of a system or component to function properly.
Example: The printing machine malfunctioned during the large order process.
2. Failed
Appropriate Use: General use for when something stops working or is unsuccessful.
Example: The cooling system failed, causing a shutdown in production.
3. Collapsed
Appropriate Use: Suitable for describing a sudden failure, often structural or systematic.
Example: The database server collapsed under the heavy query load.
4. Deteriorated
Appropriate Use: Used when something has worsened over time to a state of dysfunction.
Example: The old factory equipment has deteriorated and needs replacement.
5. Dysfunctional
Appropriate Use: Describes something that is not operating normally or effectively.
Example: The dysfunctional communication system is affecting team productivity.
6. Inoperative
Appropriate Use: Used when something is not in working order or not functioning.
Example: The emergency exits were inoperative during the drill.
7. Nonfunctional
Appropriate Use: Similar to inoperative, indicating that something is not working.
Example: Due to nonfunctional software, the project deadline has been delayed.
8. Out of Order
Appropriate Use: A common phrase for machinery or equipment that is not working.
Example: The elevator is out of order and under maintenance.
9. Disabled
Appropriate Use: Indicates that something has been rendered inoperative.
Example: The security system was disabled during the upgrade.
10. Kaput
Appropriate Use: Informal, used to indicate something is broken or ruined.
Example: The old photocopier is kaput, we need a new one immediately.
11. Defunct
Appropriate Use: Used to describe something that no longer functions or exists.
Example: The defunct machinery in the warehouse must be cleared.
12. Impaired
Appropriate Use: Suitable for describing something that is weakened or damaged.
Example: The impaired network connections are causing delays in communication.
13. Busted
Appropriate Use: Informal, used to describe something that is broken or not working.
Example: The heating system in the office is busted.
14. Inoperable
Appropriate Use: Indicates that something cannot be used or operated.
Example: The inoperable air conditioning system must be fixed before summer.
15. Fractured
Appropriate Use: Typically used for something broken, especially into pieces, or cracked.
Example: The support beam in the construction site is fractured.
