Synonyms of the word

operating

• adj. In operation; that operates.
• adj. Involved in an operation.
• v. present participle of operate.

operational

• adj. Of or relating to operations, especially military operations.
• adj. Functioning and ready for use.
• adj. Effective or operative.
• adj. Determined by means of practical measures.

operative

• adj. Effectual or important.
• adj. Functional, in working order.
• adj. Having the power of acting; hence, exerting force, physical or moral; active in the production of effects.
• adj. Producing the appropriate or designed effect; efficacious.
• adj. Based upon, or consisting of, a surgical operation or operations.
• n. An employee or other worker with some particular function or skill.
• n. A spy, secret agent, or detective.
• n. A participant in an operation.