Off and Operative

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Off adjective - Not being in a state of use, activity, or employment.

Usage example: the computer is off, so you'll have to turn it on in order to use it

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Operative is an antonym for off.

Nearby Word: offing

Operative adjective - Being in effective operation.

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Off is an antonym for operative.

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