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⚙️operate

verb
/ˈɑːpəˌreɪt/
opera operating
operate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning operate synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison operate collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

to control the functioning of a machine, system, or business
to function; to control or manage; to perform surgery

Example Sentences

She learned how to operate the new machine.

The surgeon will operate on the patient tomorrow.

Example Expressions

operate on

Synonyms

control, manage, run, handle, conduct, function
Entry 1
control, manage, run, handle, conduct
Entry 2
function, run, manage, control

Antonyms

stop, shut down, malfunction, cease, halt
Entry 1
stop, shut down
Entry 2
malfunction, stop, cease, halt

Collocations

operate a machine, operate effectively, operate on patients, operate smoothly, operate efficiently, operate machinery, operate business, operate successfully
Entry 1
operate a machine, operate effectively, operate on patients, operate smoothly
Entry 2
operate smoothly, operate efficiently, operate machinery, operate business, operate successfully

More Example Sentences

They’re willing to cooperate anytime.

They agreed to cooperate immediately.

They refused to cooperate repeatedly.

They appeared to cooperate gradually.

They are willing to cooperate with us.

They attempted to cooperate one more time.

He will cooperate as long as you respect him.

It’s possible for this to work if we cooperate.

She is impressed by the way the team cooperates.

They’re willing to cooperate even if they’re upset.

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