
Faulty
Product Problems
Use 'faulty' when talking about items that don't work as they should.
The heater is faulty and won't turn on.
Industry Jargon
'Faulty' is commonly used in manufacturing and retail when discussing defective goods.
We received several complaints about faulty appliances.
Subtle Blame
Describing something as 'faulty' subtly implies that there is a responsible party for the defect.
The accident was caused by a faulty brake system.