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INOPERATIVE

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Not working or taking effect

Example:

an inoperative law

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

down (not functioning (temporarily or permanently))

dead (out of use or operation because of a fault or breakdown)

defunct (no longer in force or use; inactive)

Antonym:

operative (being in force or having or exerting force)

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