Another word for operate

operate Synonyms

operate

v.

To keep in operation
manipulate, conduct, administer; see command 2, manage 1.
To be in operation
function, work, serve, carry on, run, revolve, act, behave, fulfill, turn, roll, spin, pump, lift, spark, explode, burn, move, progress, advance, proceed, go, contact, hit, engage, transport, convey, contain, exert, click*, tick*, percolate*; see also perform 1.
Antonyms stop*, stall, break down.
To produce an effect
react, act on, influence, bring about, determine, turn, bend, contrive, work, accomplish, fulfill, finish, complete, benefit, compel, promote, concern, enforce, take effect, have effect, work on, succeed, get results*, get across*, turn the trick*; see also achieve 1, produce 1.
To carry out a surgical procedure
excise, cut, remove diseased tissue, amputate, transplant an organ, set a bone, explore, carve up*; see also treat 3.

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Another word for operate

verb

To perform a function effectively:
function, go, run, take, work. See thrive
To control or direct the functioning of:
manage, run, use, work. See control
To control the course of (an activity):
carry on, conduct, direct, manage, run, steer. See over
To react in a specified way:
act, behave, function, perform, work. See action