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Operational

/ˌɒp.əˈɹeɪ.ʃə.nəl/ · adjective

Meaning

Of or relating to operations, especially military operations..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Of or relating to operations, especially military operations.
  2. Functioning and ready for use.
  3. Effective or operative.
  4. Determined by means of practical measures.

Example Sentences

Private-equity nabobs bristle at being dubbed mere financiers.[…]Much of their pleading is public-relations bluster. Clever financial ploys are what have made billionaires of the industry’s veterans. “Operational improvement” in a portfolio company has often meant little more than promising colossal bonuses to sitting chief executives if they meet ambitious growth targets. That model is still prevalent today.
Princess Leia, before your execution, you will join me at a ceremony that will make this battle station operational. No star system will dare oppose the Emperor now.
Despite somewhat faded paintwork, 87017 Iron Duke is clearly very much operational, as confirmed here on September 4.

Synonyms for operational

operativeactiveeffectivefunctionaloperableserviceableusableoperatinguseablecombat-readyin operationin working order

Antonyms for operational

nonoperational

Related Words

operatingoperativeoperableuseablefunctionalusableeffectiveserviceableactivefightingcombat-readyin operationin working orderopsoperationfunctionworkingoperationalizeoperationalizationfunctioning

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does operational mean?

Operational means Of or relating to operations, especially military operations..

What is a synonym for operational?

Common synonyms include operative, active, effective, functional.

What is the opposite of operational?

Possible antonyms include nonoperational.

How do you use operational in a sentence?

Private-equity nabobs bristle at being dubbed mere financiers.[…]Much of their pleading is public-relations bluster. Clever financial ploys are what have made billionaires of the industry’s veterans. “Operational improvement” in a portfolio company has often meant little more than promising colossal bonuses to sitting chief executives if they meet ambitious growth targets. That model is still prevalent today.

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