Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To make something start working or become active.
Activate
/ˈæktəveɪt/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Neutron bombardment activated some elements more intensely than others.
Spike activates a vocal projector to ensure everyone can hear me.
I pull my knife free and activate the blade.
Etymology:
The word activate originates from the 17th century. It is derived from the Latin activare, which means to make active, from actus, meaning act or action.
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