operant vs powerful

operant

adj
  • That operates to produce an effect. 

noun
  • Any of a class of behaviors that produce consequences by operating (i.e., acting) upon the environment. 

  • An operative person or thing. 

powerful

adj
  • Having, or capable of exerting power, potency or influence. 

  • Leading to many or important deductions. 

  • Large; capacious; said of veins of ore. 

adv
  • Synonym of very 

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