the operative word
(phrase)
Giải nghĩa:
The most important or meaningful word in a sentence or phrase.
The most important or meaningful word in a sentence or phrase.
Ví dụ:
In the sentence 'I am cautiously optimistic,' the operative word is 'cautiously.'
In the sentence 'I am cautiously optimistic,' the operative word is 'cautiously.'
the operative word
(phrase)
Giải nghĩa:
Word that indicates the impacted element of a pledge or promise.
Word that indicates the impacted element of a pledge or promise.
Ví dụ:
When he said he would pay you back 'eventually,' the operative word is 'eventually.'
When he said he would pay you back 'eventually,' the operative word is 'eventually.'
Cách sử dụng
When someone says "the operative word", it means they are emphasizing a specific word in a sentence because it is the most important or relevant. It is often used in discussions or debates to clarify a certain point. For example, if someone says "I love all kinds of cake, but chocolate is my favorite," the operative word in that sentence would be "chocolate" because it is the main point.
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