operational Meaning & Definition
/ˌɒp.əˈɹeɪ.ʃə.nəl/
What Does Operational Mean?
As an adjective, operational means Of or relating to operations, especially military operations. It is also used to mean Functioning and ready for use.
Operational at a Glance
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˌɒp.əˈɹeɪ.ʃə.nəl// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | operative, active and effective |
| Antonyms | nonoperational |
| Comparative / superlative | more operational, most operational |
Operational Definition (Adjective)
- Of or relating to operations, especially military operations.
- Functioning and ready for use.
- Effective or operative.
- Determined by means of practical measures.
Synonyms of Operational
operativeactiveeffectivefunctionaloperableserviceableusableoperatinguseablecombat-readyin operationin working order
Operational synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Operational
Operational in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
operational (comparative more operational, superlative most operational)
Words That Rhyme With Operational
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Origin of Operational
From operation + -al.
Operational Pronunciation
You say operational as //ˌɒp.əˈɹeɪ.ʃə.nəl//. It has 1 syllable.
Common Questions About Operational
What part of speech is operational?
Operational is an adjective.
What is another word for operational?
Close synonyms of operational are operative, active and effective. See the full list of operational synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of operational?
The opposite of operational is nonoperational.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of operational?
The comparative form is more operational and the superlative form is most operational.