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operational Synonyms

Another word for operational

Choosing another word for operational depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

In or ready for use; functioning and able to be operated.

Usage Example

"The new solar power plant is expected to be fully functional by the end of the year."

Strongest
functional
working
operative
functioning
Strong
serviceable
running
usable
active

• adjective (Context 2)

Relating to the routine functioning and day-to-day activities of a business, organization, or system.

Usage Example

"The board appointed a new director to oversee the company's administrative expenses and logistics."

Strong
administrative
logistical
Weak
organizational
procedural

Opposites of operational

The opposite of operational shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

nonoperational
inoperative
out of order
defunct
broken
dysfunctional
inactive
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• Nearby Words

operatics
operating
operation
operational
operationally
operative
operatively

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Operational. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/operational
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