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ac·ti·vate
activate
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- pronunciation:
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- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Parts
part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
activates, activating, activated |
definition: |
to cause action in or make active; start.
You will activate the alarm if you open the door.
- synonyms:
- start, stimulate
- antonyms:
- arrest, halt, stop
- similar words:
- arouse, commence, compel, drive, excite, ignite, initiate, inspire, kindle, prod, propel, trigger
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related words: |
power, provoke, start, work |
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derivations: |
activation (n.), activator (n.) |
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