Operative Definition
operative
adjective
- being in force or having or exerting force; "operative regulations"; "the major tendencies operative in the American political system"
- relating to or requiring or amenable to treatment by surgery especially as opposed to medicine; "a surgical appendix"; "a surgical procedure"; "operative dentistry"
- effective; producing a desired effect; "the operative word"
- (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing; "in running (or working) order"; "a functional set of brakes"
noun
- a person secretly employed in espionage for a government
- someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information
"Operative" in song lyrics
See how operative is used in real songs:
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"the university of north carolina hospitals nursing patient care statement for the adult surgical post operative"
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"22gastric 20band 22 20and 20 22post 20operative 22"
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"hernia post operative"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with operative
Usage tips for "operative"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "operative" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for operative to find words that pair well.