Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Activate.
How to pronounce activate:
US
Activate - as a verb
Put in motion or move to act
Example: "Trigger a reaction"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
actuateset offsparkspark offtouch offtriggertrigger offtripMake active or more active
Example: "Activate an old file"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alterchangemodifyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
inactivateMake more adsorptive
Example: "Activate a metal"
Aerate (sewage) so as to favor the growth of organisms that decompose organic matter
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aerateMake (substances) radioactive
Example Sentences
"Please activate the security system before leaving the house."
"The police officer activated the alarm when he saw the intruder."
"You need to activate your account by clicking on the verification link."
"She activated the remote control to turn on the television."
"The coach activated the emergency button during the soccer match."
Word Game Points
Is ACTIVATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, activate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ACTIVATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is ACTIVATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, activate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordACTIVATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is ACTIVATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, activate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordACTIVATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.