OperativeWordNet Explorer
Explore synonyms, antonyms, hypernyms, hyponyms, and semantic relationships for “operative” powered by Princeton WordNet.
adjective
having influence or producing an effect
adjective
exerting force or influence
adjective
being in effect or operation
adjective
serving to permit or facilitate further work or activity
adjective
(of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing
adjective
performing or able to perform its regular function
adjective
relating to or requiring or amenable to treatment by surgery especially as opposed to medicine
Words in this synset: surgical
adjective
happening or done before and in preparation for a surgical operation