operated

[ˈɑːpəreɪtɪd]

operated Definition

  • 1to control the functioning of a machine, process, or system
  • 2to perform surgery on someone

Using operated: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "operated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The machine is operated by a computer program.

  • Example

    The company operates a fleet of delivery trucks.

  • Example

    He was operated on for appendicitis.

  • Example

    The surgeon operated on the patient's heart.

operated Synonyms and Antonyms

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Antonyms for operated

Phrases with operated

  • operate on someone/something

    to perform surgery on someone or something

    Example

    The doctor will operate on her knee next week.

  • operate at a loss/profit

    to have a financial result that is negative or positive

    Example

    The company has been operating at a loss for the past year.

  • operate under the assumption/belief/idea that

    to work based on a particular assumption, belief, or idea

    Example

    The team operates under the assumption that the project will be completed on time.

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Summary: operated in Brief

The verb 'operate' [ˈɑːpəreɪtɪd] means to control the functioning of a machine, process, or system, or to perform surgery on someone. It can refer to running a business or managing a fleet of vehicles, as in 'The company operates a fleet of delivery trucks.' 'Operate' also extends into phrases like 'operate on someone/something,' and 'operate under the assumption/belief/idea that,' denoting working based on a particular belief or idea.