operational

[op-uh-rey-shuh-nl]

adjective

1. able to function or be used; functional.

   How soon will the new factory be operational?

2. Military.

   1. of, relating to, or involved in military operations.

   2. on active service or combat duty.

      All units of the command are operational.

3. of or relating to operations or an operation.

operational

/ ˌɒpəˈreɪʃənəl /

adjective

1. of or relating to an operation or operations

2. in working order and ready for use

3. military capable of, needed in, or actually involved in operations

Other Word Forms

• operationally adverb
• nonoperational adjective
• preoperational adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of operational¹

First recorded in 1920–25; operation + -al ¹

Example Sentences

The government will have to produce documents and witnesses for deposition relating to around 15 raids, in addition to general operational information.

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The cold rolling section of the plant is still operational.

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Expand Energy stands out with strong earnings momentum, positive analyst sentiment, and trading activity that reflects investor confidence in its operational turnaround.

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“Investors have grown weary of Ford’s disappointing operational execution over the past couple of years,” he noted, as the company’s margins have fallen short of expectations in seven of the past eight quarters.

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The lack of medical supplies and facilities is also a major factor, he said, with over 94 percent of hospitals damaged or destroyed, and only 15 percent of operational facilities offering emergency obstetric care.

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Related Words

• practical 
• ready 
• useful 
• viable 
• working