Top synonyms for “activate”: actuate, aerate, set off, spark, spark off, touch off, trigger, trigger off, and 1 more below.
Definitions
- (verb)make active or more active“activate an old file”
- (verb)make (substances) radioactive
- (verb)aerate (sewage) so as to favor the growth of organisms that decompose organic matter
- (verb)make more adsorptive“activate a metal”
- (verb)put in motion or move to act“trigger a reaction”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "activate"?
Common synonyms for "activate" include actuate, aerate, set off, spark, spark off, touch off. Our thesaurus lists 9 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "activate"?
Antonyms for "activate" include inactivate. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "activate" mean?
make active or more active Example: "activate an old file"
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
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