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Vocabulary Entry
operative
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
A person who operates a machine or device; a worker in a particular field.
Example Sentences
"The operative quickly repaired the malfunctioning equipment."
"As an operative, she was skilled in various types of machinery."
"In the factory, each operative has a specific set of tasks to complete."
A
adjective
Functioning or having effect; effective.
Example Sentences
"The operative word in this case is 'urgent'."
"His operative plan was set in motion last week."
"The team's operative strategies led to their success."