Synonyms of operated

operated

verb

past tense of operate

1

as in used

to control the mechanical operation of

do not operate heavy machinery, including cars, after taking this medication

Synonyms & Similar Words

• used
• handled
• worked
• manipulated
• ran
• drove
• controlled
• wielded
• steered
• directed
• maneuvered
• guided
• plied
• commanded
• piloted

2

as in managed

to look after and make decisions about

it takes years to learn how to operate that kind of business so that it makes money

Synonyms & Similar Words

• managed
• controlled
• supervised
• conducted
• regulated
• handled
• governed
• oversaw
• ran
• administered
• directed
• kept
• tended
• guided
• protected
• carried on
• administrated
• watched over
• presided (over)
• stewarded
• steered
• superintended
• overlooked
• led
• watched
• piloted
• guarded
• safeguarded
• cared (for)
• minded
• micromanaged
• stage-managed
• comanaged
• codirected

3

as in worked

to produce a desired effect

the medicine will take an hour or so to operate the first time you use it

Synonyms & Similar Words

• worked
• performed
• acted
• took
• reacted
• responded
• resulted
• took hold
• took effect
• affected
• behaved
• influenced
• swayed
• redounded
• panned out

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• backfired
• fizzled

4

as in utilized

to put into action or service

wouldn't dream of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol

Synonyms & Similar Words

• used
• utilized
• applied
• exploited
• employed
• harnessed
• exercised
• drew on
• brought to bear
• made use of
• wielded
• handled
• manipulated
• worked
• directed
• ran
• reused
• recycled
• cannibalized

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignored
• neglected
• misused
• misapplied

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of operated

The ferry was built in Japan in 1992 and operated there before being sold to Indonesia in 2015. — ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026

Nazca’s municipal government said the plane departed from the nearby city of Ica and was operated by Peruvian company Aerodiana. — Los Angeles Times, 2 Aug. 2026

During Russia's July 22 mechanized assault in Donetsk Oblast, the 1st Azov Corps of the Ukrainian National Guard reported that Gerberas operated alongside Molniya attack drones, providing reconnaissance and communications support. — Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

The reason big supermarkets, operated by national and regional operators, are so often excluded is an old zoning law that’s a competition and affordability-killer, and that affordability-king Mamdani is doing nothing about. — Shawn Tully, Fortune, 2 Aug. 2026

The vessel, with a displacement of around 14,500 tons, is expected to become one of the most capable surface combatants ever operated by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF). — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 1 Aug. 2026

With a boat launch, any size motors are invited, but must be operated at a slow no-wake speed, according to the park website. — Zuri Primos july 26, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026

Scourton’s injury, which took place after rain hit the field, will likely lead to a look into the way the Panthers operated prior to Scourton being carted off the field. — Mike Kaye july 26, Charlotte Observer, 26 July 2026

Some have noted that the former North County Fair property, now operated as North County Mall by Mershops North County, is underused. — Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2026