Operates

8 lettersverbcommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

Third person singular present tense of operate, meaning to control or manage the functioning of something. Functions, works, or performs an activity in a particular way.

“The factory operates around the clock to meet the high demand for medical equipment.”

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Synonyms

functions works runs performs

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Wordle

Eight letters with pattern OPER-; contains five vowels (O, E, A, E)

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Scrabble

Worth 10 points; present tense with strong vowel content for flexible placement

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