functionalism

A French post-structuralist movement in the 1970's that argued that philosophy was a actually a critique of power.

Underwritten by Foucalt.

Foucalt argued that functionalism divided society into a duality of power: oppressed and oppressor.

by sandraxine September 16, 2018

cosmeto-functionalism

the concept of designing structures or buildings in such a manner that they look beautiful and are functional (working well).

Cosmeto-functionalism could be a useful concept in design.

by uttam maharjan January 19, 2013

functionality

Function. A non-word that is used by everyone who has ever done any thing with software.

This functionality will help you overcome the opportunity presented by your synergistic paradigm.

by teej October 16, 2003

functionality

Officially the douchebaggiest word possible for feature, capability, change, etc.

Used constantly in software development.

Person 1: We think the new functionality will really improve the user experience.
Person 2: *Bitch Slap* You mean you think they'll like the new changes?

by Lil John Off Da hook August 22, 2008

This screen saver can't run because it requires functionality that is not available on your hardware-accelerated video card.

when the screen saver cant run because it requires functionality that is not available on your graphics/video card.
this is usually because your graphics/video card is fucking terrible

Windows: This screen saver can't run because it requires functionality that is not available on your hardware-accelerated video card.
Jimothy: oh no i cant run this screen saver when im away because my video card is from a SNES

by Stickboi__ March 8, 2023

Factionalism

An ideology developed on various Minecraft Servers. This ideology seeks to promote the belief factions can exist in peace without being attacked and ruined by other factions. This contrasts with Cavalierianism.

Luke: The official ideology of my Minecraft server is Factionalism
Fred: amen! Better than those filthy cavaliers!

by Saint Athanasius September 20, 2023

Fictionalism

A psychological or behavioral tendency to treat fictional characters as if they were real, often experiencing emotional attachment, empathy, or concern for their well-being, and blurring the lines between fiction and reality.

"His fictionalism has led him to spend hours every day immersed in online discussions defending his favorite fictional characters as if they were real people."

by IstillLive April 19, 2024