operose

The word “operose” has 3 syllables: op-er-ose

It's pronounced as /ˈɑː.pəˌroʊs/

What is synonym and antonym for operose?

In the thesaurus, “operose” has 22 synonyms and 26 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for operose along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for operose

boring
demoralizing
discouraging
disheartening
dispiriting
drab
dreary
dry
dull
heavy
humdrum
monotonous
pedantic
pedestrian
sterile
tedious
tiresome
tiring
unexciting
uninteresting
wearisome
wearying

Antonyms for operose

absorbing
arresting
breathtaking
consuming
electric
electrifying
engaging
engrossing
enthralling
exciting
exhilarating
fascinating
galvanizing
gripping
immersing
inspiring
interesting
intriguing
involving
provocative
riveting
rousing
stimulating
stirring
tantalizing
thrilling

Meanings of operose

adjective
1. Of a person: busy, industrious, or painstaking.
2. Made with or requiring a lot of labour; painstaking, laborious.
3. Tedious, wearisome.

Example Sentences

The scholar completed his research through years of operose effort.
Despite its operose nature, the task was ultimately rewarding.
He admired the operose dedication that went into crafting the manuscript.
The restoration of the ancient building was an operose undertaking.
Her success was built on countless hours of operose study and practice.

On this page you'll find 48 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to operose, such as: absorbing, arresting, boring, breathtaking, consuming, demoralizing, discouraging.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.