the operative word

the most important word in a phrase, which explains the truth of a situation He wants more time for his private life, private being the operative word. Photographers are not allowed anywhere near his family.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
JÓZsi	YO-zhee	Hungarian
Ilias	-	Greek
Germano	-	Italian, Portuguese
Yustina	-	Russian
KristĪNa	-	Latvian
Asia (2)	AH-shah	Polish