Synonyms of triggered

triggered

verb

past tense of trigger

as in activated

to cause to function

mold triggers my allergies

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of triggered

The kitchen fire triggered water damage from the restaurant’s sprinkler system that left the place in need of top-to-bottom renovations that went on much longer than expected. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 2 Nov. 2026

However, surging profits have not triggered a wave of new refinery construction. — CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026

The judge consolidated the cases and set up a joint briefing schedule, indicating that her decision will likely be triggered by the Planning Commission meeting. — ABC News, 2 Nov. 2026

Kylie's disappearance had triggered a wide federal and state investigation that led officials through dozens of unconfirmed sightings before culminating in her recovery on Sunday. — Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2026

Trump has made significant concessions to Russia on sanctions in recent weeks, which have triggered criticism on both sides of the aisle in Washington and driven a wedge between the US and its Western allies. — Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 1 Nov. 2026

But for now, the move from a cable network to an over-the-air channel — coupled with the Heat’s acquisition of Giannis Antetokounmpo — has triggered a jump in ratings. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2026

Even as record diesel prices have triggered a wave of trucking bankruptcies, driving diesel-free vehicles has turned out to be more expensive than expected. — Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026

The attacks, which saw 1,195 people killed and 251 taken into Gaza as hostages, triggered a major security crisis that led to three years of war on multiple fronts. — Yarden Segev, NBC news, 27 Oct. 2026