Synonyms for

Activated

Verb / ˈæktʌˌveɪtɪd / Another word for activated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make something active or effective.

Synonyms & similar words

excited spark setoff sparkoff inactivate trip trigger activate touchoff actuate triggeroff aerate energized stimulated activated enabled triggered initiated launched started operated mobilized galvanized ignited sparked animated awakened roused provoked

Synonyms by register

Formal

initiated triggered stimulated energized

Informal

turned on switched on going live

Literary

quickened roused galvanized

Antonyms

inactive dormant quiescent passive unresponsive unactivated deactivated

Common collocations

  • activated carbon
  • activated complex
  • activated sludge
  • activated by
  • fully activated
  • newly activated
  • recently activated

Word family

noun activation
verb activate
adjective activated
adverb actively

Usage note

Often used in scientific, technical, or biological contexts. Can also refer to making something functional or operative.

Example sentences

  1. I activated the computer by pressing the power button.
  2. The coach activated the team by giving a motivational speech.
  3. The medication took time to activate in my body.
  4. The alarm system was activated when the door was opened.
  5. The new software was activated by entering a code.

Quotes

  • Don't wait for opportunities, create them by activating your potentials.
  • The key to success is to focus on goals, not obstacles, by activating your passion.
  • Activating your imagination is the first step towards achieving your dreams.

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