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ACTUATES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Actuates.

Actuates - as a verb

Put in motion or move to act

Example: "Trigger a reaction"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Give an incentive for action

Example: "This moved me to sacrifice my career"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
incitemotivatemovepromptpropel

Example Sentences

"The button actuates the opening of the door."
"He actuates the machine by pressing a switch."
"The electric current actuates the motor."
"She actuates the remote control to change the channel."
"The key actuates the ignition of the car."
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Word Game Points

Is ACTUATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, actuates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ACTUATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is ACTUATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, actuates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ACTUATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is ACTUATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, actuates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ACTUATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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