operational

• Die Funktionsweise oder den Betrieb eines Systems, einer Maschine oder einer Organisation betreffend; betrieblich oder einsatzbereit.

Relating to the functioning or operation of a system, machine, or organization.

1. Relating to a process or actionsB2formal

   Pertaining to a sequence of steps or actions designed to achieve a specific result.

   operativ

   • The team reviewed the operational procedures for the new software.
   • Operational efficiency is key to reducing costs.
   • They developed an operational plan to launch the product.

   Synonymeoperativeprocedural

2. Ready for useB1formal

   In a condition to be used or to function; fit for service.

   Betriebsbereit

   • The factory is now fully operational after the upgrade.
   • All systems are operational and running smoothly.
   • The new train line became operational last month.

   Synonymefunctionaloperativeserviceableusableworking

   Antonymebrokeninoperableinoperativenonfunctionalnonoperationalunusable

3. Military contextC1formalpolitical

   Related to or intended for use in military activities or missions.

   Operativ

   • The base is on high operational alert.
   • Operational command was transferred to the field general.
   • They conducted an operational assessment of the troops.

   Synonymecombatfieldmilitarytactical

   Antonymeadministrativeciviliangarrisoninactivenonoperationalpeacetime

4. In effect or operationB2formal

   Currently active or functioning; being in a state of operation.

   In Betrieb

   • The new policy is operational as of today.
   • The system remains operational despite the power outage.
   • Operational rules were established to guide the team.

   Synonymeactivefunctionalin effectin operationliveoperatingoperativeworking

   Antonymedeadidleinactiveinoperativenonfunctional