Operational meaning

What does “operational” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“operational” is an adjective with 4 meanings. Its most common meaning is: pertaining to a process or series of actions for achieving a result.

operational

pertaining to a process or series of actions for achieving a result
“operational difficulties”
“they assumed their operational positions”
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”
Synonymsfunctional usable useable operable
(military) of or intended for or involved in military operations
Oppositesnonoperational
being in effect or operation
“de facto apartheid is still operational even in the `new' African nations”
“bus service is in operation during the emergency”
Synonymsin operation operating

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University