Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Operate.
How to pronounce operate:
US
Operate - as a verb
Direct or control; projects, businesses, etc.
Example: "She is running a relief operation in the sudan"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
runHypernyms (Closely Related)
directHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Perform as expected when applied
Example: "The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
functiongorunworkHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Handle and cause to function
Example: "Do not operate machinery after imbibing alcohol"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
controlHypernyms (Closely Related)
manipulateHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maneuvermanoeuvermanoeuvreHypernyms (Closely Related)
gomoveHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Keep engaged
Example: "Engaged the gears"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
engagelockmeshHypernyms (Closely Related)
displacemoveHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Perform surgery on
Example: "The doctors operated on the patient but failed to save his life"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
operate onHypernyms (Closely Related)
care fortreatHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Doctors operate to remove tumors."
"The surgeon will operate on his patient tomorrow."
"I need to learn how to operate this new software."
"The engineer operates the machinery with precision."
"The company operates several factories around the world."
Word Game Points
Is OPERATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, operate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OPERATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is OPERATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, operate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOPERATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is OPERATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, operate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOPERATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
