Operatively

op·er·a·tive  (pr--tv, --rtv, pr-)

adj.

1. Being in effect; having force; operating: "Two major tendencies are operative in the American political system" (Heinz Eulau).

2. Functioning effectively; efficient.

3. Engaged in or concerned with physical or mechanical activity.

4. Of, relating to, or resulting from a surgical operation.

5. Significant; most important; key: The operative word is "low-fat."

n.

1. A skilled worker, especially in industry.

2.

a. A secret agent; a spy.

b. A private investigator.

3. One who works for a political organization, often wielding influence out of public view.

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oper·a·tive·ly adv.

Thesaurus

Adv.

1.

operatively - in a manner to produce an effect