Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Operates.
Operates - 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
"The doctor operates on patients every day."
"The company operates several factories in different countries."
"He operates a small business in his spare time."
"The airline operates daily flights to major cities."
"She operates the machinery with great skill."
Word Game Points
Is OPERATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, operates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OPERATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is OPERATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, operates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOPERATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is OPERATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, operates is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOPERATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
