Operated

Pronunciation: /ˈɑːpərˌeɪtəd/

Operated (verb)

  1. controlled or used a machine or device to do a task
  2. performed surgery on a person or animal
  3. managed or ran a business or organization

Examples

  • The crane was operated by a skilled worker.
  • The machine is operated with a remote control.

Common collocations: operate a machine, safely operated, operate on a patient, successfully operated, operate a business

Synonyms of Operated

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Operated

  • when something does not work or succeed
  • when an operation stops or ends