Operational (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Pertaining to a process or series of actions for achieving a result; "operational difficulties"; "they assumed their operational positions".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The company's operational costs were significantly higher than expected, which affected their profit margins.
- The new policy is now operational and will be enforced starting next month.
- The team's operational strategy was to complete the project in phases to minimize disruptions.
- The machine's operational life was extended by regular maintenance and repairs.
- The operational team worked tirelessly to resolve the technical issues and restore the system.
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Meaning 2
Being in effect or operation; "de facto apartheid is still operational even in the `new' African nations"- Leslie Marmon Silko; "bus service is in operation during the emergency"; "the company had several operating divisions".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The new policy is now operational and will be enforced starting next month.
- The emergency response team is operational and ready to respond to any situation.
- The company's manufacturing division is operational 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- The new software is operational and has been successfully tested by the development team.
- The airport's air traffic control system is operational again after the technical issue was resolved.
Synonyms
Meaning 3
Fit or ready for use or service; "the toaster was still functional even after being dropped"; "the lawnmower is a bit rusty but still usable"; "an operational aircraft"; "the dishwasher is now in working order".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The new hospital wing is now operational and ready to receive patients.
- The company's operational costs have increased significantly due to the rise in fuel prices.
- After months of repairs, the historic train is finally operational and will resume its regular route.
- The operational status of the satellite was uncertain due to a malfunction in its communication system.
- The restaurant's operational hours have been extended to accommodate the increased demand during the summer months.
Synonyms
Meaning 4
(military) of or intended for or involved in military operations.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The new helicopter is fully operational and ready for deployment in combat zones.
- All military personnel must be aware of the operational security procedures to prevent enemy interception of sensitive information.
- The operational commander is responsible for making decisions about troop movements and resource allocation during battle.
- The radar system was temporarily non-operational due to the intense storm that knocked out the power grid.
- Operational readiness is a critical factor in determining the effectiveness of a military unit in responding to a surprise attack.