Former operative Synonyms

Definitions for Former


  • (adjective) having been such at some previous time
  • (adjective) going before another in time or order
  • (noun) the first of two or the first mentioned of two

Definitions for Operative


  • (adjective) being in effective operation
  • (adjective) producing or capable of producing a desired result
  • (noun) a person who tries secretly to obtain information for one country in the territory of another usually unfriendly country