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operative

UK
/ˈɒp.ər.ə.tɪv/
US
/ˈɑː.pə.rə.tɪv/

Translations

operativenoun
operatives
pl
UK
/ˈɒp.ər.ə.tɪv/
US
/ˈɑː.pɚ.ə.tɪv/
ouvrier qualifiéTravailleur spécialisé dans un métier ou un savoir-faire particulier.
The factory hired several operatives to increase production efficiency.
L'usine a embauché plusieurs ouvriers qualifiés pour augmenter l'efficacité de la production.
agent secretDans le contexte de l'espionnage.
The operative was tasked with gathering intelligence on the enemy's plans.
L'agent secret était chargé de recueillir des renseignements sur les plans de l'ennemi.
Additional translations
militantDans le contexte d'une organisation ou d'une campagne politique.
Synonyms
worker
agent
operator
functionary
employee
operativeadjective
more operative
Comp.
most operative
Super.
UK
/ˈɒp.ər.ə.tɪv/
US
/ˈɑː.pə.rə.tɪv/
opératifSurtout pour quelque chose qui fonctionne, est en vigueur ou produit un effet. S'emploie aussi dans certaines expressions techniques.
The new regulations will become operative next month.
Les nouvelles règles deviendront opératives le mois prochain.
Additional translations
opératoireEmploi médical et chirurgical.
Synonyms
functional
active
working
effective
practical
utilitarian
Antonyms
nonfunctional
inactive

Definitions

operativenoun
A worker, especially one who is skilled in a particular trade or craft.
The factory hired several operatives to increase production efficiency.
A secret agent or spy, especially one engaged in espionage.
The operative was tasked with gathering intelligence on the enemy's plans.
A person who is active in a political organization or campaign.
The political operative worked tirelessly to ensure the candidate's victory.
operativeadjective
Functioning or having effect; in operation.
The new regulations will become operative next month.
Exerting force or influence; producing an effect.
The operative factor in the decision was the cost.
Relating to surgery or surgical procedures.
The surgeon discussed the operative risks with the patient.
Most significant or important in a particular context.
In the phrase "free time", the operative word is "free".
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