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in·op·er·a·tive

inoperative

 
pronunciation:
In a p r tihv
features:
Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: not in working condition; not functioning.
an inoperative elevator
antonyms:
effective, operative
similar words:
dead, unemployed
definition 2: having no effect.
inoperative laws
antonyms:
operative, valid
similar words:
void
Word Combinations  About this feature
adverb + (adj.)inoperative currently, suddenly
(adj.)inoperative + noun cattle, computer, decision, elevator, engineer, machine, monitor, pump, rifle, satellite, station, street, system, valve, void, weapon
derivation: inoperativeness (n.)