activating
/ˈæktɪveɪtɪŋ/
verb
- To make something start working or become active.
- The teacher is activating the computer for the lesson.
- Pressing this button will activate the alarm system.
- The virus can activate after lying dormant for years.
- To cause a chemical reaction or process to begin.
- The enzyme is activating the breakdown of food in your stomach.
- Heat is activating the yeast in the bread dough.
- Sunlight is activating the chemicals in the paint.
- To make a person or group more active or involved.
- The coach is activating the team with a motivational speech.
- Social media is activating young voters to participate in elections.
- The new policy is activating volunteers to help clean the park.
Synonyms
adjective
- Causing something to start working or become active.
- This activating ingredient makes the cleaner foam up.
- The activating signal turned on the lights automatically.
- An activating switch is located near the door.