Pronunciation: /ˈæk.tɪˌveɪ.tɪd/
verb to make active or to start a process or function
A1 I activated the alarm when I saw someone trying to break into the house.
A2 The virus was activated when the infected file was opened.
B1 The new security system can be activated with just a touch of a button.
B2 The emergency protocol was activated as soon as the earthquake hit.
C1 The dormant volcano was unexpectedly activated, causing widespread panic.
C2 The ancient artifact was activated by a series of complex rituals performed by the archaeologists.
adjective in a state of being active or functioning
A1 The activated alarm woke up the whole neighborhood.
A2 The activated carbon filter removed all impurities from the water.
B1 The activated charcoal tablets are used to treat digestive issues.
B2 The activated protein kinase plays a crucial role in cell signaling.
C1 The activated immune response helped the body fight off the infection.
C2 The activated neural pathways in the brain are responsible for memory formation.
formal The emergency alarm was activated as soon as the fire was detected.
informal I activated the security system before leaving the house.
slang She activated her charm to get out of a speeding ticket.
figurative The new policy activated a wave of protests among the employees.
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