Synonyms for function

Other words for “function”, grouped by meaning.

We found 23 synonyms for “function”. The most common are mathematical function, single-valued function, map, mapping, purpose.

noun (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)

Synonymsmathematical function single-valued function map mapping

noun what something is used for

Synonymspurpose role use

noun the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group

Synonymsoffice part role

noun a vaguely specified social event

Synonymsaffair occasion social occasion social function

noun a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program

Synonymsroutine subroutine subprogram procedure

verb perform as expected when applied

Synonymswork operate go run

Oppositesmalfunction