Synonyms of activated

activated

verb

past tense of activate

as in triggered

to cause to function

the thermostat is set to activate the heating system only when the temperature drops below 65 degrees

Synonyms & Similar Words

• triggered
• sparked
• drove
• powered
• generated
• moved
• started
• fueled
• actuated
• ignited
• set off
• charged
• touched off
• provoked
• turned on
• pushed
• cranked (up)
• ran
• electrified
• fired
• reactivated
• stimulated
• switched
• launched
• released
• energized
• discharged
• turned over
• recharged
• tripped
• accelerated
• aroused
• kicked over
• excited
• stirred up
• incited
• catalyzed
• instigated
• vitalized
• quickened
• stepped up
• jump-started
• kick-started
• sped (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• killed
• cut
• shut off
• stopped
• cut out
• checked
• turned off
• deactivated
• arrested
• stuck
• cut off
• halted
• jammed
• stalled
• drew up
• suppressed
• slowed
• repressed
• braked
• stunted
• decelerated

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of activated

The latest study revealed that a certain protein is activated by high cholesterol intake and as a result, makes fewer LDL receptors able to do their job. — Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 July 2026

Once activated, those brakes haul down this Cayenne with monstrous force, boosted via optional ceramic-composite brakes. — Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 15 July 2026

Get a year of complimentary Apple TV when activated by December 31, 2026 - a value of $156. — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 15 July 2026

The building’s fire alarm had been activated, according to court documents. — Kansas City Star, 14 July 2026

See which resources have been activated, the weather forecast for Texas this week and how to stay safe during a flash flood. — Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 14 July 2026

After evaluating the vessel’s location and weather conditions, the California Air National Guard’s 129th Rescue Wing was activated to respond. — Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026

If activated, battery life will be drastically reduced to only a couple of days because the dog's location will refresh every 10 to 15 seconds. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 8 July 2026

According to the authority, Pakistan’s military and civilian agencies activated the Rescue Coordination Center and launched search-and-rescue operations at sea shortly after the aircraft went missing. — ABC News, 8 July 2026