adj
Meaning 1
That operates to produce an effect.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- thy most operant poison
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Standard Lemma guide
operant
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noun
Meaning 2
An operative person or thing.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
Meaning 3
Any of a class of behaviors that produce consequences by operating (i.e., acting) upon the environment.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: human-sciences, psychology, sciences
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adjective satellite
Meaning 4
having influence or producing an effect
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- many emotional determinants at work
- an operant conscience
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History
Etymology
From Middle English operant, from Latin operāns.