Synonyms of trigger

trigger 1 of 2

noun

1

as in stimulus

Synonyms & Similar Words

• stimulus
• catalyst
• impetus
• generator
• incentive
• driver
• power
• activator
• mechanism
• executor
• machinery
• means
• vehicle
• agency
• instigator
• factor
• inspiration
• influence
• mover
• organ
• launcher
• cause
• instrument
• tool
• instigation
• instrumentality
• weapon
• energizer
• agent
• ingredient
• determinant
• animator
• ministry
• medium
• antecedent
• expedient
• occasion
• reason
• subagent
• subagency

2

as in alarm

Synonyms & Similar Words

• alarm
• alarum
• sensor
• detector
• electric eye
• photoelectric cell
• eye

trigger

2 of 2

verb

as in to activate

to cause to function

mold triggers my allergies

Synonyms & Similar Words

• activate
• spark
• drive
• power
• generate
• move
• start
• actuate
• provoke
• fuel
• set off
• ignite
• push
• turn on
• run
• crank (up)
• touch off
• fire
• charge
• stimulate
• switch
• launch
• release
• energize
• electrify
• turn over
• reactivate
• discharge
• incite
• accelerate
• arouse
• instigate
• trip
• excite
• kick over
• stir up
• recharge
• catalyze
• quicken
• speed (up)
• step up
• kick-start
• jump-start
• vitalize

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• kill
• cut
• shut off
• cut out
• stop
• turn off
• brake
• check
• stick
• cut off
• halt
• arrest
• deactivate
• draw up
• suppress
• slow
• repress
• stall
• jam
• decelerate
• stunt

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• kill
• cut
• shut off
• cut out
• stop
• turn off
• brake
• check
• stick
• cut off
• halt
• arrest
• deactivate
• draw up
• suppress
• slow
• repress
• stall
• jam
• decelerate
• stunt

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