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Operatively

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Adverb

1. operatively

in a manner to produce an effect

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Operatively

see synonyms of operatively
adjective
1. 
in force, effect, or operation
2. 
exerting force or influence
3. 
producing a desired effect; significant
the operative word
4. 
of or relating to a surgical procedure
noun
5. 
a worker, esp one with a special skill
6. US
a private detective

Collins English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers

Operatively

see synonyms of operatively
adjective
1. 
capable of, characterized by, or in operation
2. 
a. 
accomplishing what is desired; effective
b. 
of primary importance; key; essential
the operative word in a sentence
3. 
connected with physical work or mechanical action
4.  Surgery
of or resulting from a surgical operation
noun
5. 
a worker, esp. one skilled in industrial work
6.  US
a detective or spy

Webster’s New World College Dictionary, 4th Edition. Copyright © 2010 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. All rights reserved.

Operatively

see synonyms of operatively
adj.
1. Being in effect; having force; operating: "Two major tendencies are operative in the American political system" (Heinz Eulau).
2. Functioning effectively; efficient.
3. Engaged in or concerned with physical or mechanical activity.
4. Of, relating to, or resulting from a surgical operation.
5. Significant; most important; key: The operative word is "low-fat."
n.
1. A skilled worker, especially in industry.
2.
a. A secret agent; a spy.
b. A private investigator.
3. One who works for a political organization, often wielding influence out of public view.

The American Heritage ® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition copyright ©2018 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

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