Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Operant.
Operant - as an adjective satellite
Having influence or producing an effect
Example: "Many emotional determinants at work"
Operant - as a noun
An operative person or thing.
Any of a class of behaviors that produce consequences by operating (i.e., acting) upon the environment.
Operant - as an adjective
That operates to produce an effect.
Example Sentences
"The operant behavior of the rat was rewarded with a food pellet."
"He studied the operant conditioning techniques used in training dolphins."
"The psychologist conducted an experiment to study the operant responses of children."
"The operant conditioning program was successful in modifying the patients' behaviors."
"The operant chamber was equipped with various sensors to measure the rat's movements."
Word Game Points
Is OPERANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, operant is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OPERANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is OPERANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, operant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOPERANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is OPERANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, operant is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOPERANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
