Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Operants.
Operants - 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.
Example Sentences
"There are two types of operants: reinforcers and punishers."
"Skinner believed that operants are the basic unit of behavior."
"The operants in the study were rewarded with food."
"Positive operants increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated."
"Negative operants decrease the likelihood of a behavior being repeated."
Word Game Points
Is OPERANTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, operants is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OPERANTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is OPERANTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, operants is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOPERANTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is OPERANTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, operants is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOPERANTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.